OEM 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Washer Reservoir

2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Washer Reservoir Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the windshield washer reservoir on 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier?

  A: Before replacing the windshield washer reservoir you need to open the hood and empty the washer solvent from the washer solvent container. Unscrew the washer solvent container cap and take out its left front fender liner. Disconnect both electrical plugs from the washer solvent container and take apart the washer pump hose. Use Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover tool J 38778 to disconnect air induction tube push-in retainer then take out washer solvent container by uninstalling its screws. Take out the air induction tube screw and disconnect its tube from the container of washer solvent. To install the air induction tube put it into place on top of the washer solvent container then insert and tighten the tube screw at 3 N.m force. Fit the washer solvent container back into position and fasten its screws to 89 lb in torque using a torque wrench. Connect the washer pump hose and electrical connector to push in the air induction tube retainer with washer pump acts first. Reinstall the front fender liner then lower the vehicle to install the washer solvent container cap before filling the container with washer solvent and checking the washer system for correct functionality.