61 71 061 Replacing fluid tank for windshield washer system

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NOTE: Drain fluid tank for windshield washer system.

Unscrew nuts (1).

Fig 1: Unscrewing Nuts

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Installation:

Feed lug (1) into tab.

Fig 2: Pressing Fluid Tank For Windshield Washer System Downwards

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Press fluid tank for windshield washer system downwards until it is heard snapping into place.

Disconnect plug connections (1).

Fig 3: Removing Fluid Tank For Windshield Washer System

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Unlock hose (2) and detach.

Raise fluid tank for windshield washer system.

Detach hoses (3) and lift out fluid tank for windshield washer system.

Installation:

Make sure hoses are laid without kinks.

Fill fluid tank for windshield washer system.

Pull washer pumps (1) vertically upwards and remove.

Fig 4: Removing Washer Pump

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Installation:

Coat sealing rings of washer pump with anti-friction agent.

Replace sealing rings/strainers on washer pumps.

Turn level switch (2) approx. 90° in direction of arrow and pull out.

Remove cap and strainer for fluid tank of windshield washer system.