The most common cause of damage to the tank is the freezing of water in it during frost. Since changing the tank is a laborious operation, start using anti-freeze fluid before the onset of frost.
Execution sequence
1. We prepare the car for work (see «Preparing the car for maintenance and repair»).
2. Remove the left front fender liner (see «Front fender liner - removal and installation»).
3. Disconnect the wiring harness block and hoses from the washer pump (see «Windshield washer pump - replacement»).
4. We remove the wiring harness and hose from the holders on the tank body.
5. Using a 10 mm wrench, unscrew the three fastening nuts and remove the tank assembly with the electric pump (shown with front bumper removed).
6. If necessary, remove the washer pump (see «Windshield washer pump - replacement»),
7. Also, if necessary, remove the seal assembly with the strainer.
8. Install the parts in reverse order.
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