Ford Fusion: Wipers and Washers / Windshield Washer Reservoir. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the cap.
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Remove the RH side Fender Splash Shield.
Refer to: Fender Splash Shield (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the bolts, the retainers and the front underbody shield.
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Remove the retainers and position aside the front bumper cover.
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NOTICE:
Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.
NOTE:
Front bumper cover removed for clarity.
Remove the windshield washer reservoir.
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If equipped.
Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Remove the retainers.
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Remove the bolts.
Torque:
44 lb.in (5 Nm)
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Remove the windshield washer reservoir.
Installation
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NOTE:
Transfer parts as necessary.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Fluid Container
Removal
Remove the RH side Fender Splash Shield.
Refer to: Fender Splash Shield (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Two Leg Puller
Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Remove the wiper pivot arm nut cover and remove the wiper pivot arm nut...
Other information:
Removal
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the clockspring, make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the driver airbag.
Refer to: Driver Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation)...
Removal
NOTICE:
Use care to not crease the headliner during removal and installation or damage to the headliner can occur.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information...