61 71 030 Removing and installing/renewing all washer jets of windscreen washer system

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

If necessary, remove DAMPING MATERIAL ON ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID

Removal:

Removing the washer jet:

Unlock and disconnect hose (1).

Unlock and disconnect plug (2) as required.

Release the retaining lugs and feed the washer jet (3) out from the bonnet.

Fig 1: Locating Retaining Lugs

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Removing the hose pipe:

Unclip the hose pipe(1).

Release the hose connector (2) and feed the hose pipe (1) out.

Fig 2: Hose Pipe Location

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Removing the hose pipe:

Unlock and disconnect the hose pipe from the connector (1).

Feed the hose pipe out.

Unlock and disconnect plug (2) as required.

If necessary, feed out cable.

Fig 3: Hose Pipe Connector Location

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Installation:

Installing the hose pipe:

Feed the hose pipe in.

Connect and lock the hose pipe on the connector (1).

If necessary, feed in cable.

If applicable, connect the connector (2).

Fig 4: Hose Pipe Connector Location

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Installing the hose pipe:

Feed the hose pipe (1) in and fit the hose connector (2).

Clip in the hose pipe (1).

Fig 5: Hose Pipe Location

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Installing the washer jet:

Join washer jet (3) in engine compartment lid.

Connect hose (1).

If applicable, connect the connector (2).

NOTE:

Retaining lugs must not be damaged
Ensure washer jet (3) is correctly engaged
Check washer jet setting and correct if necessary.
Observe washer fluid reservoir filling capacity.

Fig 6: Locating Retaining Lugs

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