OEM 2002 Ford Explorer Washer Reservoir

2002 Ford Explorer Washer Reservoir Parts Q&A

• Q: How to Service and Repair the Washer Pump and Washer Reservoir on 2002 Ford Explorer?

  A: You must start servicing the windshield washer components by unmounting wheels and tires and removing secondary splashboard retainers using pin clamps along with screws. After disconnecting electrical connectors the vehicle needs to be lowered onto the hoist. The next step requires air cleaner assembly removal together with dismantling of the A/C accumulator to frame bolt. The windshield washer service requires removal of the A/C accumulator to bracket nut for 4.6L engine vehicles. Players with a 4.0L engine must first position the radiator air deflector forward while removing three pin-type retainers and the radiator grille before taking out the nut to set the accumulator aside. Safety measures must always be followed because the windshield washer solution features methanol which functions as a poisonous substance. Drain any solution from the windshield washer reservoir before both hoses can be disconnected. Dissolve the windshield washer reservoir by removing all bolts from the top section and sides and separate the bolt holding the reservoir in place without causing damage to the rubber grommet. Unplug the reservoir hoses after disconnecting them and remove the windshield washer pump. Operating the windshield washer pump before filling the reservoir will cause premature pump failure. Separate repairs take place for the windshield washer reservoir together with the pump and fluid level sensor. The installation concludes by following the uninstalling process in reverse order.