How to service and repair the windshield washer reservoir on Ford Explorer?

A person should start by draining the reservoir to avoid spills by disconnecting the windshield washer hose from the windshield washer pump before servicing and repairing the windshield washer reservoir. The first step in servicing the reservoir involves disconnecting the coolant overflow hose from its location at the engine coolant reservoir before plugging the outlet opening. The next procedure requires users to detach the electrical connector that powers the windshield washer reservoir pump and the low-level washer fluid electronic sensor when it exists. Begin by removing the engine air cleaner while also unfastening two screws and two nuts mounting the windshield washer reservoir until you extract both items and the windshield washer pump without damage to any rubber grommet. The windshield washer reservoir and windshield washer pump must be installed separately according to the removal procedure in reverse order.

How to Properly Handle the Washer Reservoir on a Ford Explorer?

Vehicle service and repair of the windshield washer reservoir begins when you position it in neutral mode on a hoist. First remove the air cleaner assembly along with the splash shield on the rear side of the front fender. You should disconnect the electrical connectors of both the windshield washer pump and solvent level then read the product label cautions and obtain emergency medical help when needed. You should drain the windshield washer reservoir after removing it if required. Detach the windshield washer reservoir hoses before removing the top bolt while you must tighten it to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) when reinstalling. After removing the side bolt move forward to tighten it at the same tightness standard. Replace the remaining bolt exactly and tighten it to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) when reinstalling. When servicing the windshield washer pump reservoir maintain caution to avoid damages to the windshield washer pump seal. Operations of the washer pump should be delayed until after you fill the reservoir to prevent premature pump failure. Transfer all necessary components. The process ends with a reverse application of the removal steps.

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Windshield Washer Reservoir

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Ford Explorer Reservoir Assembly Part Number: BB5Z-17618-A
$84.11 MSRP: $141.20
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- Other Name: Reservoir - Windshield Washer; Washer Fluid Reservoir; Windshield Washer Reservoir
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2015 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, Sport, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Washer Reservoir Part Number: 3L2Z-17618-BA
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- Other Name: Reservoir - Windshield Washer; Washer Fluid Reservoir; Windshield Washer Reservoir
- Manufacturer Note: For Message Center
- Replaces: 1L2Z-17618-BA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2010 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Washer Reservoir, Front Part Number: F77Z-17618-A
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- Other Name: Reservoir - Windshield Washer; Washer Fluid Reservoir, Front; Windshield Washer Reservoir; Coolant Reservoir; Reservoir
- Position: Front
- Replaces: F57Z-17618-BA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2001 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Expedition, Limited, Postal, Sport, XL, XL Fleet, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Reservoir, Rear Part Number: F1TZ17618A
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- Other Name: Reservoir - Water; Washer Fluid Reservoir, Rear; Windshield Washer Reservoir; Coolant Reservoir
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1997 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Expedition, Limited, Sport, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Washer Reservoir Part Number: 5L2Z-17618-CA
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- Other Name: Reservoir - Windshield Washer; Washer Fluid Reservoir; Windshield Washer Reservoir
- Manufacturer Note: Less Sensor
- Replaces: 3L2Z-17618-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2005 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Reservoir Assembly Part Number: LB5Z-17618-G
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- Other Name: Reservoir - Windshield Washer; Reservoir
- Replaces: LB5Z-17618-E, LB5Z-17618-A, LB5Z-17618-F
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2023 Ford Explorer | Base, King Ranch, Limited, Limited Hybrid, Platinum, Platinum Hybrid, ST, ST-Line, Timberline, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV)
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Ford Explorer Reservoir Assembly Part Number: FB5Z-17618-C
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- Other Name: Reservoir - Windshield Washer; Washer Fluid Reservoir; Windshield Washer Reservoir; Reservoir
- Replaces: FB5Z-17618-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2019 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, Platinum, Sport, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Reservoir Tank, Front Part Number: E7TZ-17618-B
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Reservoir - Water; Washer Fluid, Front; Windshield Washer; Engine Coolant; Coolant Reservoir; Recovery Tank; Washer Reservoir; Reservoir
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1994 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, Sport, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Recovery Tank, Front Part Number: F57Z-17618-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Reservoir - Water; Washer Fluid Reservoir, Front; Windshield Washer Reservoir; Coolant Reservoir; Washer Reservoir; Reservoir
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2001 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Expedition, Limited, Postal, Sport, XL, XL Fleet, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS

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The Windshield Washer Reservoir in Ford Explorer vehicles plays an important role of holding the windshield washer fluid so as to enhance drivers' vision. Usual material used: hard plastic usually boils down behind the engine block or is located close to the headlights depending on the construction of the Ford Explorer engine compartment. In the course of the years various constructing kinds of Windshield Washer Reservoirs have been applied to the Ford Explorer models, though their major usage has always been the same. Although the general construction of the reservoirs are strong, they can turn out to be somewhat fragile and can crack if not filled with washer fluid to an adequate extent. This is good evidence on why every once in awhile proper maintenance is needed to prolong and make sure the Windshield Washer Reservoir that is installed in Ford Explorer vehicles works properly.

Ford Explorer Washer Reservoir Parts and Q&A

Recovery Tank, Front
F57Z-17618-AA
Q: How to service and repair the windshield washer reservoir on Ford Explorer?
A:
A person should start by draining the reservoir to avoid spills by disconnecting the windshield washer hose from the windshield Washer Pump before servicing and repairing the windshield washer reservoir. The first step in servicing the reservoir involves disconnecting the coolant overflow hose from its location at the engine coolant reservoir before plugging the outlet opening. The next procedure requires users to detach the electrical connector that powers the windshield washer reservoir pump and the low-level washer fluid electronic sensor when it exists. Begin by removing the engine air cleaner while also unfastening two screws and two nuts mounting the windshield washer reservoir until you extract both items and the windshield washer pump without damage to any rubber grommet. The windshield washer reservoir and windshield washer pump must be installed separately according to the removal procedure in reverse order.
Washer Reservoir
3L2Z-17618-BA
Q: How to Properly Handle the Washer Reservoir on a Ford Explorer?
A:
Vehicle service and repair of the windshield washer reservoir begins when you position it in neutral mode on a hoist. First remove the air cleaner assembly along with the splash shield on the rear side of the front fender. You should disconnect the electrical connectors of both the windshield Washer Pump and solvent level then read the product label cautions and obtain emergency medical help when needed. You should drain the windshield washer reservoir after removing it if required. Detach the windshield washer reservoir hoses before removing the top bolt while you must tighten it to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) when reinstalling. After removing the side bolt move forward to tighten it at the same tightness standard. Replace the remaining bolt exactly and tighten it to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) when reinstalling. When servicing the windshield washer pump reservoir maintain caution to avoid damages to the windshield washer pump seal. Operations of the washer pump should be delayed until after you fill the reservoir to prevent premature pump failure. Transfer all necessary components. The process ends with a reverse application of the removal steps.