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 right turn position.
3. Raise and support the vehicle.
4. Remove the fasteners that secure the forward end of the right front wheel house splash shield to the inner fender panel and the front fascia. Splash Shield - Removal.
5. Pull the forward end of the splash shield away from the inner fender panel and front fascia far enough to access the washer fluid level switch (3) on the washer reservoir (4) on the outboard side of the right frame rail.
6. Disconnect the headlamp and dash wire harness (1) connector for the washer fluid level switch (6) from the switch connector receptacle.
7. Disconnect the washer hose (2) from the barbed outlet nipple of the washer pump and allow the washer fluid to drain into a clean container for reuse.
8. Using hand pressure, firmly grasp and pull the washer fluid level switch outward far enough to disengage the barbed switch nipple from the rubber grommet seal in the reservoir. Care must be taken not to damage the reservoir.
9. Remove the washer fluid level switch from the washer reservoir.
10. Remove the rubber grommet seal from the washer fluid level switch mounting hole in the reservoir and discard.