61 71 061 Replace the washer fluid reservoir for the washer system

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Preliminary work needed:

Partially release FRONT RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ARCH COVER

Removal:

Remove detent (1) from the upper section of the filling channel.

Pull upper section of the filling channel (1) towards front.

Remove upper section of the filling channel (1) from filling channel (2).

Remove upper section of the filling channel (1).

Fig 1: Removing Upper Section Of Filling Channel

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Unlock and disconnect the connector on the washer fluid level switch (1).

Unlock and disconnect fog light plug (2) as required.

Unclip the connector (3) from the washer fluid reservoir for the washer system.

Release retaining clip (4) from washer fluid reservoir for washer system.

Fig 2: Releasing Retaining Clip

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NOTE: If necessary, catch leakage washer fluid.

Release windshield washer pump (1) from washer fluid reservoir for washer system (2).

If necessary, remove gasket (3) from washer fluid reservoir for washer system (2).

Fig 3: Removing Gasket From Washer Fluid Reservoir

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Unscrew the screws (1).

Feed out washer fluid reservoir for washer system (2) upwards from mounting (3) and remove.

Fig 4: Locating Screws

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Installation:

Feed in washer fluid reservoir for washer system (2) into mounting (3).

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 61 61 4AZ .

NOTE: Guide must fit correctly in mounting (3).

Fig 5: Tightening Down Screws

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Join gasket (2) to washer fluid reservoir for washer system.

Join windshield washer pump (1) to washer fluid reservoir for washer system.

Fig 6: Removing Gasket From Washer Fluid Reservoir

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Clip in the connector (3) at the washer fluid reservoir for the washer system as required.

Connect all connectors to fog light (2).

Connect the connector to the washer fluid level switch (1).

Clip in the retaining clip (4) at the washer fluid reservoir for the washer system.

NOTE: Ensure all hose pipes and cables are laid without kinks.

Fig 7: Releasing Retaining Clip

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NOTE: Guide and detent on upper section of the filling channel (1) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 8: Locating Upper Section Of Filling Channel

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Join upper section of the filling channel (1) in filling channel (2).

Join upper section of the filling channel (1) in lock support (1).

NOTE: Ensure the upper section of the filling channel (1) engages correctly.
Fill washer fluid reservoir for washer system.

Fig 9: Removing Upper Section Of Filling Channel

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