Windshield Washer Pump: Service and Repair

Washer Pump and Reservoir





Removal and Installation

Washer pump or fluid reservoir

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1. NOTE: To prevent spilling windshield washer fluid, drain the washer reservoir before washer pump removal.

Remove the washer fluid reservoir filler neck from the washer fluid reservoir in the following sequence.

1. Remove the washer fluid reservoir filler neck bolt.

2. To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).

3. Rotate the filler neck while pulling away from the reservoir.

2. Remove the LH fender splash shield. For additional information, refer to Front End Body Panels Fender Splash Shield.

3. Detach the washer reservoir from the fender in the following sequence.

1. Remove the front bolt and the rear nut.

2. To install, tighten the bolt to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).

3. To install, tighten the nut to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).

4. Pull the reservoir away from the stud.

5. Lower the rear of the reservoir.

4. Disconnect the washer pump hose and the electrical connector.

NOTICE: A retaining clip is located between the reservoir and the vehicle body. Failure to remove the reservoir in the following sequence may cause damage to the clip.

5. Remove the reservoir from the vehicle in the following sequence.

1. Move the reservoir forward.

2. Lift the reservoir upward.

3. Pull the reservoir away from the vehicle.

4. Lower the reservoir from the vehicle.

Washer pump only

6. Remove the washer pump from the fluid reservoir.

Washer pump or fluid reservoir

7. 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 windshield washer fluid.