Windshield Washer Hose: Service and Repair

Hose Replacement - Windshield Washer (LHD)

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the air deflector.
2. Disconnect the washer hose (2) from the washer pump (5).
3. Drain the washer solvent into a suitable container.
4. Remove the hood insulator.




5. Remove the passenger side air inlet grille (1).




6. Disconnect the washer hose retainer clip (1) from the inside of the hood hinge.




7. Disconnect the washer hose connections (3, 6) from the washer nozzles.
8. Remove the washer hose from the passenger side inner fender.
9. Remove the hose rearward from the passenger side hood hinge.
10. Remove the washer hose from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the washer hose around the passenger side hood hinge (1).
2. Route the hose (washer pump end first) forward behind the bracket securing the inner fender to the wheelhouse.
3. Route the hose (4) downward to the washer solvent container.
4. Secure the washer hose retainer (1) to the inside edge of the hood hinge.
5. Connect the washer hose connections (2) to the washer nozzles.




6. Install the passenger side air inlet grille (1). Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (LHD) Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (RHD).
7. Install the hood insulator. Refer to Hood Insulator Replacement.




8. Connect the washer hose (2) to the washer pump (5).
9. Install the air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement.
10. Fill the washer solvent container.
11. Verify washer operation.