Front Washer Motor Repair Procedures

Inspection

1. 1
   After connecting the washer motor to the reservoir, fill the reservoir with water.

   Before filling the reservoir with water, check the filter for any foreign material or contamination. Clean the filter if necessary.

2. 2
   Connect the positive (+) battery cable to terminal 1, and the negative (-) battery cable to terminal 2.
3. 3
   Make sure the motor operates normally, the washer motor runs, and water sprays from the front nozzles.
4. 4
   If there are any abnormalities, replace the washer motor.

   

   

5. 5
   Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
6. 6
   Drain the washer fluid to a level below 600 cc.
7. 7
   Check the continuity between terminals No. 1 and No. 2 at each float position. There should be continuity when the float is down. There should be no continuity when the float is up.
8. 8
   If continuity is not as specified, replace the washer fluid level sensor.

   

   

Removal

When servicing the washer pump, be careful not to damage the washer pump seal. Do not operate the washer pump until the washer reservoir is filled. Failure to do so may cause premature pump failure.

1. 1
   Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2. 2
   Remove the front bumper cover. (Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Cover")
3. 3
   Disconnect the washer motor connector (A) after removing the washer hose from the motor.

   

4. 4
   Remove the reservoir (A) by removing the 2 bolts.

   

Installation

1. 1
   Assemble the washer reservoir.

   Tightening torque: 6.9 ~ 10.8 N·m

   Before filling the reservoir with water, check the filter for any foreign material or contamination. Clean the filter in the pump motor if necessary.

2. 2
   Connect the washer motor connector and the washer hose.
3. 3
   Install the front bumper cover.