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Front Washer Nozzle and Hose: Installation

  1. Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
    CAUTION:
    • If the cowl panel assembly cannot be installed properly, do not hit or set it forcibly. The claws of the cowl panel or the windshield glass may be damaged.
    • Before installing the windshield glass and cowl panel, make sure there are no gravel in the installing area.
    • Make sure that the cushion is assembled in the joint if the joint - washer hose is removed.

    Tightening torque: 

    Refer to "COMPONENT" of "General Description". Ref. to WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMS>General Description>COMPONENT>FRONT WIPER .

  2. Install the hose to the joint - washer hose. (Models with EyeSight)
  3. Adjust the position of the nozzle - windshield washer. Ref. to WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMS>Front Washer Nozzle and Hose>ADJUSTMENT .
  4. Operate the windshield wiper to check that the stop position is aligned with the point mark. If it is not aligned with the point mark, perform the removal and installation of the windshield wiper over. Ref. to WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMS>Front Wiper Arm>REMOVAL .
  5. Make sure that there is a gap of 1 mm (0.04 in) or more between the hose and the cover - joint, between the hose and the joint - washer hose and between the hose and the cowl panel during windshield wiper operation.

If the gap cannot be secured, perform the installation of the hose over.

Fig 1: Checking Gap Between Hose And Cover
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