Flex AWD V6-3.5L (2009)
Windshield Washer Reservoir: Service and Repair
Washer Pump and Reservoir
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the washer reservoir cap from the washer reservoir.
2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
3. Remove the RH front fender splash shield.
4. Remove the 2 RH reinforcement bracket-to-fender bolts and the 2 RH reinforcement bracket-to-body bolts.
5. Remove the RH fender reinforcement bracket.
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Detach the wire harness pin-type retainer.
6. Disconnect the washer pump electrical connector, washer fluid level sensor electrical connector and RH fog lamp electrical connector, if equipped.
7. WARNING: Carefully read cautionary information on product label. For EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION seek medical
advice. For additional information, consult the product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) if available. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious personal injury.
NOTE: To prevent spilling washer fluid, drain the washer reservoir before removal.
Disconnect the washer pump hoses.
8. Remove the 2 washer reservoir nuts and the washer reservoir bolt.
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To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
9. Remove the washer reservoir from the vehicle.
10. NOTICE: Do not operate the washer pump prior to filling the washer reservoir. Failure to follow this instruction may result in
premature washer pump failure.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Fill the washer reservoir with washer fluid.