Washer Reservoir - Removal

REMOVAL





1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Remove or disengage each of the fasteners that secure the coolant reserve container (gasoline engine) or the coolant pressure container (diesel engine) to the inboard side of the washer reservoir and move the container aside as necessary to gain access to the washer reservoir for removal. Refer to Cooling System for the appropriate procedures for the engine and coolant container type as the vehicle is equipped.
3. Siphon the washer fluid from the washer reservoir (1) into a clean container for reuse.
4. Disconnect the engine compartment wire harness connector (7) from the washer pump/motor.

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

5. Disconnect the front and rear washer hoses (3) from the reservoir washer hoses near the top of the right front strut tower.
6. Remove the screw (2) that secures the mounting tab on the back of the reservoir filler neck to the bracket (4) on the forward side of the right front strut tower.
7. Pull the washer reservoir upward far enough to disengage the post (5) on the underside of the reservoir from the hole in the horizontal extension of the right front wheel house (6).
8. Remove the washer reservoir from the engine compartment.