Washer Fluid Level Switch - Removal

REMOVAL

NOTE: The washer fluid level switch may be removed from the washer reservoir without removing the reservoir from the vehicle.





1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Turn the steering wheel to move the front wheels to the full left position.
3. Raise and support the vehicle.
4. Remove the plastic push-in fasteners that secure the forward end of the left front wheelhouse splash shield to the inner fender panel and the front fascia. Splash Shield - Removal.
5. Pull the forward end of the left front wheelhouse splash shield away from the inner fender panel and front fascia far enough to access the washer fluid level switch (2) on the outboard side of the washer reservoir (1) on the back of the Front End Module (FEM) carrier (4).
6. Disconnect the FEM wire harness connector (3) for the washer fluid level switch from the switch connector receptacle.
7. Disconnect the front washer hose from the outlet nipple of the washer pump/motor unit and allow the washer fluid to drain into a clean container for reuse.

CAUTION: Care must be taken not to damage the reservoir during washer fluid level switch removal.

8. Using a trim stick or another suitable wide flat-bladed tool, gently pry the barbed nipple of the washer fluid level switch out of the rubber grommet seal in the reservoir.
9. Remove the switch from the reservoir.
10. Remove the rubber grommet seal from the mounting hole in the washer reservoir and discard.