Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the right front wheel and tire assembly. refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
Remove the right front splash shield.
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.
NOTE:
- To prevent spilling windshield washer fluid, drain the windshield washer reservoir before removal.
Fig 1: Positioning Windshield Washer Reservoir Aside
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Position the windshield washer reservoir aside.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Position the windshield washer reservoir aside.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Windshield Washer Reservoir
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the windshield washer reservoir.
1. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
2. Disconnect the hoses.
3. Remove the windshield washer reservoir.
CAUTION:
- Do not operate the windshield washer pump prior to filling the windshield washer reservoir.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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.
- Fill the windshield washer reservoir with windshield washer fluid.