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Windshield Washer Reservoir - Removal






REMOVAL





1. Turn the steering wheel to move the front wheels to the full right position.
2. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
3. Raise and support the vehicle.
4. Remove the right front wheel house splash shield. Splash Shield - Removal.
5. Disconnect the engine compartment wire harness connector (1) from the washer pump/motor unit connector receptacle.

NOTE: To aid in reinstallation, note the installed position of the washer hoses prior to disconnecting them from the washer pump.

6. Disconnect the front and rear washer hoses (2) from the barbed outlet nipples of the washer pump and allow the washer fluid to drain into a clean container for reuse.
7. Disengage the front and rear washer hoses from the integral troughs on the outboard side of the reservoir and position aside.
8. Remove the two screws (3) that secure the reservoir to the inner fender shield.
9. Lower the washer reservoir far enough for the filler neck to clear the engine compartment.
10. Remove the reservoir from the wheel house.