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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 1998 🢒 Sonoma Pickup - 4WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Wipers/Washer Systems 🢒 Windshield Washer Solvent Container and Pump Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the washer solvent.

    3. Object Number: 431766 Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the washer pump.
  4. Disconnect the washer hose assembly from the washer pump.
  5. Remove the mounting screw retaining the solvent container to the vehicle.
  6. Remove the air filter housing, if necessary.

    7. Slide the air filter housing up, in order to remove the housing.

  7. Remove the solvent container from the vehicle.
  8. Remove the washer pump from the container.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 431766 Size: SH

    Important: Push the washer pump as far into the container seal as possible.

  1. Connect the washer pump to the container.
  2. Insert the solvent container legs into the holes in the inner fender.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the mounting screw retaining the solvent container to the vehicle.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 3 N·m (27 lb in)

  4. Connect the washer hose assembly from the washer pump.
  5. Connect the electrical connector to the washer pump.
  6. Replace the washer solvent.

    7. Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  7. Connect the negative battery cable.