Windshield Washer Reservoir: Service and Repair

Washer Pump and Reservoir





Removal and Installation

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

2. Remove the front lower air deflector.

3. Remove the RH front fender splash shield.

4. Disconnect the washer fluid level sensor electrical connector.

5. Disconnect the washer pump electrical connector.

6. 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: To prevent spilling washer fluid, drain the washer reservoir before removal.
Disconnect the washer pump hose.


7. Remove the washer reservoir bolt.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).


8. Remove the 2 washer reservoir nuts and the washer reservoir.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).


9. Remove the washer reservoir.

10. NOTICE: Do not operate the washer pump prior to filling the washer reservoir. Failure to follow this instruction may result in premature washer pump failure.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Fill the washer reservoir with windshield washer fluid.