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Windshield Washer Spray Nozzle: Service and Repair

WASHER NOZZLE

REMOVAL





1. Remove the wiper arms.
2. Remove the cowl grille.
3. Remove the clamp(s) (1) attaching the hose to the washer nozzle (2), then remove the hose.





4. Pull the thermoswitch off the cowl grille, then disconnect the washer nozzle harness connector (1 and/or 2) from the thermoswitch.





NOTE: The main washer nozzle harness connector (1) can be disconnected to obtain more movement of the cowl grille.

5. Disconnect the washer nozzle harness connector (2) from the nozzle.





6. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot between the washer nozzle (1) and the cowl grille (2) pressing inward to release the retaining clip.
7. Remove the washer nozzle from the cowl grill.

INSTALLATION





1. Install the washer nozzle (1) into the cowl grille (2). Press downward with a rocking motion until the retaining clip is fully seated.





2. Slide the washer hose clamps (1) onto the washer hose (2).
3. Install the washer hose (2) over the washer nozzle (3).
4. Tighten the washer clamps (1) onto the washer nozzle (3) allowing approximately 0.78 inch (20 mm) clearance between the washer hoses.





NOTE: If the main washer nozzle harness connector (1) was disconnected, reconnect at this time.

5. Connect the washer nozzle harness connector (2).





6. Connect the washer nozzle harness connector (s) (1-2) to the thermoswitch. Install the thermoswitch into the cowl grill.
7. Install the cowl grille.