OEM 2009 Cadillac XLR Washer Reservoir

2009 Cadillac XLR Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the windshield washer reservoir on 2009 Cadillac XLR?

  A: Start by opening the hood to remove the plastic retainer from the upper neck of the washer solvent container filler tube which sits by the master cylinder. Place your vehicle securely on a hoist with the equipment positioned beyond the left front fender. Before reinstallation align the fender as you remove fasteners 1, 2 and 3 from the left front wheel and lower left front wheelhouse splash shield. The output hose of the Washer Pump should disconnect from its position so the fluid can drain into an appropriate holding vessel. Use a lock slide to separate the headlamp washer output hose then remove all electrical connectors from both washer pumps and the level sensor. Use a holder to keep the fender out of the way as you unscrew the washer solvent container mounting bolts (1, 2) and extract the container. To install the system begin by moving the level sensor and washer pumps to the new container before positioning it in place and tightening the mounting bolts to 11 nm (97 lb in). Reconnect the Washer Pump electrical connectors to both the washer pumps and the level sensor before installing the Washer Pump output hose and the headlamp washer output hose . Finish up by ensuring proper engagement of the slide-lock hose clamp. Reinstall the left front lower wheelhouse splash shield with its fasteners (1, 2, 3) before setting the left front wheel into place. The vehicle needs to be lowered as maintenance personnel add fresh fluid to the solvent container and install a new plastic retainer to the fill tube. The evaluation of the warning lamp operation for the level sensor and tests of both the headlamp Washer Pump and windshield Washer Pump complete the inspection.