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Windshield Washer Pump: Service and Repair




Washer Pump and Reservoir





Removal and Installation

1. Remove the washer reservoir cap from the washer reservoir.

2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

3. Remove the RH front fender splash shield.

4. Remove the 2 RH reinforcement bracket-to-fender bolts and the 2 RH reinforcement bracket-to-body bolts.

5. Remove the RH fender reinforcement bracket.
- Detach the wire harness pin-type retainer.


6. Disconnect the washer pump electrical connector, washer fluid level sensor electrical connector and RH fog lamp electrical connector, if equipped.

7. WARNING: Carefully read cautionary information on product label. For EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION seek medical advice. In the USA or Canada on Ford/Motorcraft products call: 1-800-959-3673. For additional information, consult the product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) if available. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.

NOTE: To prevent spilling washer fluid, drain the washer reservoir before removal.
Disconnect the washer pump hoses.


8. Remove the 2 washer reservoir nuts and the washer reservoir bolt.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).


9. Remove the washer reservoir from the vehicle.

10. NOTICE: Do not operate the washer pump prior to filling the washer reservoir. Failure to follow this instruction may result in premature washer pump failure.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Fill the washer reservoir with washer fluid.