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Removal and Installation

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the RH front fender splash shield. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .
  3. WARNING: Windshield washer solution contains methanol, which is poisonous. Observe all cautions and warnings indicated on the label of the washer solution container. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
    CAUTION: When replacing the windshield washer pump, be careful not to damage the rubber grommet.
    NOTE: To prevent spilling windshield washer fluid, drain the windshield washer reservoir before washer pump removal.
  4. Remove the windshield washer pump.
    1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
    2. Disconnect the hose.
    3. Remove the windshield washer pump.
      Fig 1: Removing Windshield Washer Pump
      G04622476Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. WARNING: Windshield washer solution contains methanol, which is poisonous. Observe all cautions and warnings indicated on the label of the washer solution container. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
    CAUTION: Do not operate the windshield washer pump prior to filling the windshield washer reservoir. Failure to follow these instructions may result in premature pump failure.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Fill the windshield washer reservoir with windshield washer fluid.