Windshield Washer Reservoir: Service and Repair

WASHER RESERVOIR

Removal and Installation

WARNING: Windshield washer solution contains methanol, which is poisonous. Observe all cautions and warnings indicated on the label of the container. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury.

CAUTION:
- When servicing the windshield washer pump, be careful not to damage the windshield washer pump seal.
- Do not operate the windshield pump before filling the windshield washer reservoir. Failure to do so could result in premature pump failure.

NOTE: The washer reservoir is integrated with the battery tray and cannot be serviced separately.

1. Remove the vehicle battery.
2. Drain the cooling system.







3. Disconnect the upper radiator hose at the radiator inlet, and position aside.







4. Remove the 3 battery tray bolts.
- To install, tighten to 17 Nm (13 lb-ft).







5. Carefully position the washer reservoir assembly to gain access to the electrical connectors and washer hoses.







6. Disconnect the windshield washer solvent level electrical connector, washer pump electrical connectors and washer hoses.

7. NOTE: If necessary, drain the windshield washer reservoir after removal.

Remove the washer reservoir assembly.

8. Transfer components as necessary.
9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Refer to Cooling System for coolant filling and bleeding procedures.