Canada - Washers/Wipers - Low Washer Fluid Lamp ON/Fluid Leaks

Bulletin
2799

Issue Date
August 30, 2007

Market
Canada

Title:
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID LEAKING UNDER THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE

Models
'05 - '07 Avalon

Some 2005 - 2007 model year Avalon customers may complain that the windshield washer low fluid light is illuminated and that fluid is leaking out under the front of the vehicle. The leak may be caused by the washer hose having fallen off or separated from the washer pump. Use the following repair procedure to improve this condition.

APPLICABLE VEHICLES:
- 2005 - 2007 model year Avalon vehicles (without smart key option) produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VINs shown below.







PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:







PARTS INFORMATION:







WARRANTY INFORMATION:

REPAIR PROCEDURE:







1. Remove the RH side plastic engine under cover (5 bolts and 3 push clips).







2. Install the NEW 40-mm (1.6-inch) long section of hose to the washer pump.
3. Install the NEW washer joint to the 40-mm (1.6-inch) long NEW hose.

IMPORTANT:
Make sure that the smaller diameter end of the joint is attached to the NEW section of hose.

4. Install the existing washer hose to the NEW joint.
5. Fill the washer reservoir.
6. Check that there are NO leaks.
7. Install the RH side plastic engine under cover (5 bolts and 3 push clips).

NOTE:
Issue of this Technical Service Bulletin is to ensure that proper repair information is available. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN AUTHORIZATION FOR REPAIR. Normal provisions of the formal warranty policy, as applicable, will apply.