Windshield Washer Reservoir: Service and Repair

Washer Reservoir





Removal and Installation

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Vehicle Jacking and Lifting.

2. Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) assembly. For additional information, refer to Fuel Delivery and Air Induction.

3. Remove the RH front fender splash shield.

4. Disconnect the windshield washer pump electrical connector.





5. Disconnect the windshield washer solvent level electrical connector.






WARNING: Carefully read cautionary information on product label. For EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION seek medical advice. In the USA or Canada on Ford/Motorcraft products call: 1-800-959-3673. For additional information, consult the product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) if available. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.

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

6. Disconnect the windshield washer reservoir hoses.





7. Remove the top bolt.
- To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).





8. Remove the side bolt.
- To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).





9. Remove the bolt.
- To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).





10. Remove the windshield washer pump reservoir.

11. NOTICE: When servicing the windshield washer pump, be careful not to damage the windshield washer pump seal.

Transfer components as necessary.

12. NOTICE: Do not operate the washer pump prior to filling the windshield washer reservoir. Failure to follow these instructions may result in premature pump failure.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.