Windshield Washer Reservoir - Removal

REMOVAL





1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Turn the steering wheel to move the front wheels to the full left position.
3. Open the reservoir filler cap and unsnap it from the hook on the back of the filler neck.
4. Remove the blind rivet (1) that secures the washer reservoir filler neck to the upper radiator support.





5. Raise and support the vehicle.
6. Remove the plastic push-in fasteners that secure the forward end of the left front wheelhouse splash shield to the inner fender panel and the front fascia. Splash Shield - Removal.
7. Pull the forward end of the front wheelhouse splash shield away from the inner fender panel and front fascia far enough to access the washer reservoir (1) for service.
8. Disconnect the headlamp and dash wire harness connectors (2) from the washer fluid level switch (3), the washer pump/motor (4) and, if equipped, the headlamp washer pump/motor.

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

9. Disconnect the front and rear washer hoses from the barbed outlet nipples of the washer pump and allow the washer fluid to drain into a clean container for reuse.
10. If the vehicle is so equipped, disconnect the headlamp washer supply hose quick connect fitting from the elbow fitting on the reservoir.





11. Remove the two screws (2) that secure the washer reservoir (1) to the left front frame rail.
12. Disengage the hook tab at the front of the washer reservoir from the slot in the left front frame rail.
13. Lower the washer reservoir from the vehicle, rotating it as necessary for clearance.