Kia Sportage: Windshield Wiper/Washer / Head Lamp Washer Motor Repair procedures
Head Lamp Washer Motor
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When servicing the washer pump, be careful not to damage the
washer pump seal.
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Do not operate the washer pump before filling the washer reservoir.
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Failure to do so could result in premature pump failure.
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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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Remove the engine room under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover")
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Remove the front wheel guard [RH].
(Refer to Body - "Front Wheel Guard")
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Drain the washer fluid to less than 650 cc.
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Disconnect the washer hose (A) and head lamp washer motor connector
(B).
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Remove the head lamp washer motor (C) after loosening mounting screw.

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Head Lamp Washer Actuator
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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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Remove the front bumper cover.
(Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Cover")
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Remove the head lamp washer actuator (A) after loosening the mounting
bolts (C) and remove the hose (B).

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Head Lamp Washer Motor
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If necessary, clean the washer motor filter.
Before installing the pump motor, check the filter for any foreign
material or contamination. If necessary, clean the filter in
the pump motor.
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Install the head lamp washer motor.
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Connect the head lamp washer motor connector.
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Install the front wheel guard [RH].
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Install the engine room under cover.
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6. |
Connect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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Head Lamp Washer Actuator
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Install the head lamp washer actuator.
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Install the front bumper cover.
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Connect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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Inspection
Front Washer Motor
1.
With the washer motor connected to the reservoir tank, fill the reservoir
tank with water.
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Other information:
1. Before closing the hood, check the following:
All filler caps in engine compartment must be correctly installed.
Gloves, rags or any other combustible material must be removed from the
engine compartment.
2. Return the support rod to its clip to prevent it from rattling.
3.Lower the ...
Removal
1.
Disconnect the battery negative terminal, and wait for at least three
minutes before beginning to work.
2.
Remove the door scurff trim.
(Refer to Body (Interior and Exterior) - "Door scuff trim")
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