Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing

Removing upper washer fluid reservoir part 

Fig 1: Removing Cover In Engine Compartment (Left Side)

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• Remove cover -1- in engine compartment (left side).

Fig 2: Identifying Bolts On Upper Part Of Washer Fluid Reservoir

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• Unbolt upper part of washer fluid reservoir -arrows-.
• Pull upper part of washer fluid reservoir out from bottom section of washer fluid reservoir.

Removing lower washer fluid reservoir part 

• Remove left front wheel.
• Remove wheel housing liner, front left:

Refer to 66 - EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT

Fig 3: Identifying Electrical Harness Connector, Washer Fluid Hose, And Bolts For Washer Fluid Reservoir

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• Disconnect electrical harness connector -3-.
• Remove washer fluid hose -1- at washer fluid pump.
• Remove bolts -2-, -4- and -5- of lower part of washer fluid reservoir.
• Swivel lower part of washer fluid reservoir slightly toward rear.

Fig 4: Identifying Washer Fluid Reservoir Components

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• Disconnect electrical harness connectors -1- and -2- at front side of reservoir.
• Remove hose connection -3- (press release button).
• Remove washer fluid reservoir downward.

Installing 

Installation is reverse of removal, paying attention to the following:

Fig 5: Identifying Electrical Harness Connector, Washer Fluid Hose, And Bolts For Washer Fluid Reservoir

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• Tighten the bolts in order -2-, -4- and -5-.

Tightening torques