61 71 061 Replacing washer fluid reservoir for windscreen washer system

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER

NOTE: Shown with side wall removed for purposes of clarity.

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 61 66 1AZ .

Pull the washer fluid reservoir (2) out of the guides (arrow) in the direction of the arrow).

Fig 1: Pulling Washer Fluid Reservoir Out Of Guides

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Unlock and disconnect all plug connections.

Unlock filler hose and pull it off the fitting on the washer fluid reservoir.

NOTE: Catch any escaping washer fluid if necessary.

Replacement:

Modify all windscreen washer pumps. See WASHER PUMP FOR HEADLIGHT CLEANING SYSTEM and WINDSCREEN WASHER PUMP .

Installation note:

Replace strainers on washer pumps
Coat sealing rings of washer pumps with lubricant.
Lay hose pipes of washer pumps without kinks and clip into holders on washer fluid reservoir
Top up the washer fluid reservoir