Ford 8W7Z-17618-A
Washer Reservoir

The first step to service the windshield washer reservoir starts with air cleaner assembly removal followed by removing two bolts to move the windshield washer components away from position. After reinstallation tighten the bolts to 6 Nm (53 lb-in). Follow safety guidelines listed on the label by disconnecting electrical connectors while consulting MSDS materials for medical support before changing the windshield washer reservoir due to life-threatening safety risks. Remove the windshield washer fluid from the hose before windshield washer pump and reservoir extraction becomes necessary. Follow the procedure by separating the windshield washer pump from the reservoir. A premature windshield pump failure results from operating the pump before filling the windshield reservoir. The installation process requires executing the removal steps in reverse order.

Service and repair operations on the windshield washer reservoir start with removing the air cleaner assembly. Unfasten the bolts holding the washer pump together with the reservoir before placing both components to the side. Seize the electrical connectors and washer hose and drain the windshield fluid into a container after detachment because the fluid contains toxic methanol; follow all safety information on the washer solution label to avoid injury. When finished with disconnection you should proceed to remove the washer pump and reservoir. Combining this step with the removal process, replace the components yet refrain from operating the washer pump until the reservoir receives fluid.

The windshield washer reservoir and pump need to be positioned aside with bolt removal after air cleaner removal. The windshield washer solution contains poisonous methanol therefore the washer solution container label must be carefully followed to avoid personal injuries. The windshield washer hose requires detachment to gather the washer fluid inside a designated container. Start by detachment of both electrical connectors and washer hose before proceeding with washer pump and reservoir removal. Executing the windshield washer pump operation must be delayed until you fill the reservoir first followed by the reverse removal sequence for finishing the installation.

Detach the windshield washer pump from the reservoir.

Disconnect the electrical connectors and read the product label for emergency medical information.

Collect the windshield washer fluid in a container.

Remove the washer pump and reservoir.