Windshield Washer Reservoir: Service and Repair

Windshield Washer Reservoir

Removal
1 Remove the front bumper cover. For additional information, refer to Front Bumper Cover




2 Remove the windshield washer reservoir filler neck.
- Release the windshield washer reservoir filler neck from the coolant expansion tank.
- Remove and if necessary, discard the seal.




3
NOTE:
Some fluid spillage is inevitable during this operation.
Disconnect the 2 hoses from the windshield washer reservoir pumps.
- Drain the washer reservoir fluid.
- Disconnect the 3 electrical connectors.




4 Remove the windshield washer reservoir.
- Remove the 4 bolts.
5
NOTE:
Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.
Remove the windshield washer pump.
- Remove and if necessary, discard the seal.




6 Remove the headlamp washer pump.
- Remove and if necessary, discard the seal.

Installation
1 Install the windshield washer pump.
- If necessary, install a new seal.
2 Install the headlamp washer pump.
- If necessary, install a new seal.
3 Install the windshield washer reservoir.
- Tighten the M6 bolts to 6 Nm (4 lb.ft).
- Tighten the M8 bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
4 Connect the 2 hoses to the windshield washer reservoir pumps.
- Connect the electrical connectors.
5 Install the windshield washer reservoir filler neck.
- If necessary, install a new seal.
- Lubricate the seal.
- Secure in the clip.
6 Install the front bumper cover. For additional information, refer to Front Bumper Cover