Washer reservoir replacement

2008 VOLVO XC70
116,000 MILES • 3.2L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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DOUG H MILLER
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Washer reservoir leaking. How do you replace it?
Apr 10, 2020 at 1:06 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

There are a few different steps with this. I am going to start with the basic removal and replacement of the reservoir. The remaining directions will get you to this point. The attached pics correlate with the directions.

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2008 Volvo XC70 AWD L6-3.2L VIN 98 B6324S
Washer Fluid Reservoir
Vehicle Wiper and Washer Systems Windshield Washer Reservoir Service and Repair Removal and Replacement Washer Fluid Reservoir
WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR
Washer fluid reservoir

Operation number: 36338-2

Removal and Installation


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See information on component position washer reservoir. See: Windshield Washer Reservoir > Components > Location of Components, Washer Reservoir

Remove casing bumper front. See: Front Bumper Cover / Fascia > Removal and Replacement


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2008 Volvo XC70 AWD L6-3.2L VIN 98 B6324S
Removal and Replacement
Vehicle Body and Frame Bumper Front Bumper Front Bumper Cover / Fascia Service and Repair Removal and Replacement
REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
Cover bumper front

Operation number: 86103-2

Note! Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.

Removal

Note! Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.


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Note! This step requires the aid of another technician.


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Note! Be prepared to collect escaping fluids.


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Remove the radiator grille. Refer to: Radiator Grille See: Grille > Removal and Replacement


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Remove the following items:
- fog lights. Refer to: See: Fog/Driving Lamp > Removal and Replacement
- high-pressure washers. Refer to: Headlamp washer jet See: Headlamp Washer Spray Nozzle > Removal and Replacement > Headlamp Washer Jet


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Torque: Bracket to front fender, 6 Nm

Remove the headlamp. Refer to: Headlamps See: Headlamp > Removal and Replacement > Headlamps


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Torque: Bracket to front end, 6 Nm

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure

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Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe
Apr 10, 2020 at 5:44 PM