Removal and Installation

WARNING:

Windshield washer fluid 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.

Disconnect the overflow hoses from the engine coolant overflow reservoir and plug the outlet ports of the reservoir.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Windshield Washer Reservoir Pump Electrical Connector
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Disconnect the windshield washer reservoir pump electrical connector.
Remove the air cleaner assembly. See ENGINE AIR CLEANER REMOVAL / INSTALLATION - 3.0L or see ENGINE AIR CLEANER REMOVAL / INSTALLATION - 4.0L .

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Windshield Washer Reservoir
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
NOTE:
- The windshield washer reservoir and the washer pump are serviced independently.
Remove the 2 reservoir bolts and 2 reservoir nuts and remove the windshield washer reservoir.
- To install, tighten to 6 N-m (0.6 kgf-m, 53 in-lbf).
Disconnect the windshield washer hose from the windshield washer pump.

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Washer Pump From Washer Reservoir
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
CAUTION:
- When removing the washer pump from the washer reservoir, be sure not to damage the rubber grommet.
Remove the washer pump from the washer reservoir.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.