Windshield Washer Motor: Service and Repair

Removal

CAUTION:
1) When servicing the washer pump, be careful not to damage the washer pump seal.
2) Do not operate the washer pump before filling the washer reservoir.
Failure to do so could result in premature pump failure.

1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the front bumper cover.
3. Remove the washer hose and the washer motor connector.
4. Disconnect the washer fluid level sensor switch connector.




5. Remove the washer reservoir after removing 2 bolts.






Inspection

Front Washer Motor
1. With the washer motor connected to the reservoir tank, fill the reservoir tank with water.

NOTE:
Before filling the reservoir tank with water, check the filter for foreign material or contamination. if necessary, clean the filter.

2. Connect positive (+) battery cables to terminal 2 and negative (-) battery cables to terminal 1 respectively.
3. Check that the motor operates normally and the washer motor runs and water sprays from the front nozzles.
4. If they are abnormal, replace the washer motor.









Head Lamp Washer Motor
1. With the washer motor connected to the reservoir tank, fill the reservoir tank with water.

NOTE:
Before filling the reservoir tank with water, check the filter for foreign material or contamination. if necessary, clean the filter.

2. Connect positive (+) battery cables to terminal 2 and negative (-) battery cables to terminal 1 respectively.
3. Check that the motor operates normally and the washer motor runs and water sprays from the head lamp nozzles.
4. If they are abnormal, replace the washer motor.










Installation

1. Install the washer reservoir.
2. Install the washer motor hose and connectors.
3. Install the front bumper cover.