Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Windshield Washer Solvent Container Replacement



Windshield Washer Solvent Container Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the washer container filler tube.
3. Remove the front wheelhouse panel splash shield.
4. Disconnect the washer pump hose from the washer pump.
5. Disengage the hose from the washer container.
6. Drain the washer solvent in a suitable clean container.




7. Disconnect the washer level indicator electrical connector.
8. Disconnect the washer pump electrical connector.
9. Remove the washer solvent container nuts.
10. Remove the washer solvent container from the left frame rail.
11. Remove and transfer the following components from the washer solvent container:

* The windshield washer pump assembly and seal-Refer to Windshield Washer Pump Replacement.
* The washer level indicator and seal-Refer to Windshield Washer Solvent Level Indicator Replacement.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the following components to the washer solvent container:

* The windshield washer pump assembly and seal-Refer to Windshield Washer Pump Replacement.
* The washer level indicator and seal-Refer to Windshield Washer Solvent Level Indicator Replacement.




2. Position the washer solvent container to the left frame rail mounting studs.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

3. Install the washer solvent container nuts.

10 N.m (89 lb in).

4. Connect the washer pump electrical connector.
5. Connect the washer level indicator electrical connector.
6. Connect the washer pump hose to the pump spout.
7. Engage the washer pump hose to the washer container.
8. Install the front wheelhouse panel splash shield.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Install the washer container filler tube.
11. Fill the windshield washer container with clean windshield washer solvent.
12. Inspect the washers for proper operation.
13. Close the hood.