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Front Washer Motor: Replacement

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  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the wire harness on the front washer reservoir.
    Fig 1: Locating Wire Harness Clips
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  3. Remove the tires.
  4. Remove the wheel guide.
  5. Remove the washer hose and the washer motor connector.
  6. Remove the washer reservoir (A) after removing 3 bolts.
    Fig 2: Identifying Washer Reservoir Bolts
    G04806548Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Installation is the reverse of removal.