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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2009 🢒 XLR 🢒 Body Systems 🢒 Wipers and Washers 🢒 Headlamp Washer Hose Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 1070743 Size: SH

    Note: The headlamp washer hose consists of multiple sections (4), and slide-lock connectors (5), from the pump to the headlamp washers (1). It may be necessary to work underhood, or inside the front fascia to service the Tee fitting (3), and hose clips (2).

  1. If it is necessary to access the washer solvent container hose, refer to Headlamp Washer Pump Replacement

    2. Object Number: 929144 Size: SH
  2. Remove the forward wheelhouse fasteners (1, 2, 3) and the splash shield (4) to access the underside of the bumper cover.

    3. Object Number: 1070798 Size: SH

    Note: Carefully grasp both fittings of the hose and elbow, to ensure the nozzle is not cracked during removal.

  3. Slide the hose lock connector (4) at the headlamp washer supply hose, and disconnect the coupling.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1070798 Size: SH

    Note: Carefully grasp both fittings of the hose and elbow, to ensure the nozzle is not cracked during installation.

  1. Connect the headlamp washer supply hose to the headlamp washer. Slide the lock connector (4) to the closed position.
  2. Verify the operation of the washer. Inspect the washer for leaks.

    3. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 929144 Size: SH
  3. Install the wheelhouse splash shield (4) and fasteners (1, 2, 3) to the forward part of the wheelhouse and tighten to 2 N·m (18 lb in).