Dakota 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2000)
Windshield Washer Reservoir: Description and Operation
The washer fluid reservoir is integral to and located on the right end of the upper radiator shroud in the engine compartment. Both the washer pump and
motor unit and the washer fluid level sensor have barbed nipples, which are installed through a rubber grommet seal inserted in holes on the right end of
the upper radiator shroud and reservoir unit. The washer pump and washer fluid level sensor are retained by an interference fit between the barbed nipple
and the grommet seal, which is a light press fit.
The washer reservoir has a snap-fit filler cap with a rubber gasket. The cap hinges on and is secured to a molded-in hook formation on the top of the fan
shroud, just inboard of the reservoir filler neck. The washer reservoir grommet seals and filler cap are each available for service. The washer reservoir is
serviced only as a unit with the upper radiator shroud.
