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Main Forum => General Discussion => Topic started by: BruceClerico on March 22, 2025, 02:25:11 pm
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I've developed a leak in the windshield washer reservoir. Has anyone tried replacing it? Is this a DIY job, or should I take it to an RV repair shop?
Bruce Clerico
Orlando
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The windshield washer reservoir is chassis-related, not RV-related. Any normal auto repair facility should be able to handle the project. Just call in advance, letting them know over the phone that you have a motorhome, not a van. This would likely require that the repair needs to be done outside. They should be able to quote a price without even seeing the motorhome.
Doing a quick search, it appears access to the reservoir is done by removing the tire, then fender liner. If that is true, it should not be a challenge for a mechanic or DIY'er.
If you had water in the reservoir that froze, that may have cracked the reservoir, but if not, then you have a chance the leak can be repaired. Maybe the pump itself is leaking, or a gasket or hose. Given that you live near Orlando, FL (per your ID) freezing is an unlikely scenario, hence something else is likely leaking, not the reservoir itself.
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I removed mine because it appeared to be leaking down thru the ps wheel well when the washer pump was activated. IIRC that required removing the battery, and a socket wrench and box end wrench to remove one bolt and one nut on top of the fender well. But getting it out was a real pita.
The leak actually turned out to be a disintegrating plastic Y fitting in the windshield washer hoses. To get to that just remove the windshield wiper arms and black plastic cowling between the hood and windshield. You can buy a generic Y fitting at any auto parts store. Check that first before you go thru all the trouble of removing the washer fluid tank and pump assembly. Anyone can take it apart in 15 minutes or less with just a phillips screwdriver.
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