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2010-2017 Suzuki Swift Washer Fluid Pump Replacement

There are several reasons why washer fluid does...

iFixit Library 2010-2017 Suzuki Swift Moderate 45 minutes - 1 hour Guide 232710
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Before you begin

There are several reasons why washer fluid does not appear when activating the washer functions on your console. The washer fluid reservoir is empty.There is an issue with the lines or the nozzles.The washer fluid pump(s) are broken. You can check if the pumps are not working by turning on the car accessories and switching on the washer fluid function for the windshield or the rear window. A working pump should make a high pitched whining sound which is audible from the front seat. The washer fluid pumps have a separate fuse in the dashboard fuse box. Make sure to check that before proceeding to dismantle your car. This guide will now show you how to replace the washer fluid pumps. If you need to replace both pumps (or just the windshield washer fluid pump), disconnecting the reservoir is required.If you only need to replace the rear window washer fluid pump, skip to step 15 after emptying the reservoir.

Step 1

disconnect the battery

  • Use the 10mm socket to disconnect the negative terminal first.
  • Disconnect the positive terminal next, also with the 10mm.
Step 2

remove the top fasteners

  • Open the hood and unscrew the 10mm bolts located at the top.
  • Unscrew the screw located at the side top corner under the fender, repeat on the other side.
Step 3

remove bottom fasteners

  • Unscrew 4 screws located underneath the front of the front bumper.
  • With the flathead, unclip the 2 push rivets underneath the side of the front bumper, disconnecting each fender from the bumper.
  • Repeat on the other side.
Step 4

detach top corners

  • Gently, pull the side corner loose.
  • Pull from the car and slightly downwards to detach the remaining corner.
  • Repeat on the other side.
Step 5

unlatch the bumper

  • If your car has fog lights, make sure you disconnect them from the car's wiring.
  • The bumper is now only attached with 2 clips at the top.
  • Push the front of each clip towards the car and unlatch it.
Step 6

remove the bumper

  • Hold the bumper in the center and remove it by moving it down and outwards.
  • The bumper wraps around the bottom and fender parts, take care not to damage anything when removing the bumper.
  • Some of the 4 bottom nut clips might move or detach entirely when removing the bumper. Ensure these are at their correct positions.
Step 7

empty the reservoir

  • Put a bucket or tub underneath the reservoir.
  • Pull out the rear window washing fluid pump and let the reservoir drain into the tub.
  • Alternatively, use a fluid pump to drain the reservoir from the top.
Step 8

unbolt the reservoir

  • If you only need to replace the rear window washer fluid pump, skip to step 15.
  • Unbolt the bottom reservoir bolt with the 10mm socket.
  • Unbolt the top rear reservoir bolt.
  • Leave the top front reservoir bolt for now.
Step 9

undo the cable clips

  • Using the plyers, press the front cable clip from the bottom while pulling out the clip.
  • And repeat for the rear cable clip.
Step 10

disconnect the reservoir

  • Pull out the filler neck.
  • Unscrew the last reservoir bolt and gently lower the reservoir.
  • Make sure you catch the remaining washer fluid.
Step 11

remove windshield washer fluid pump

  • Remove the windshield washer fluid pump from the reservoir.
  • Disconnect the L hose connector from the pump.
  • Disconnect the electrical connector by lifting the clamp slightly with a screwdriver and pushing the connector off.
Step 12

replace windhield washer fluid pump

  • Replace the broken pump and reconnect the output hose and connector.
  • Push the pump back into the reservoir.
Step 13

bolt the reservoir back

  • Place back the reservoir and fasten the top front bolt,
  • the bottom bolt, and
  • the top rear bolt.
Step 14

attach cable clips and hose

  • Push the front cable clip back onto the reservoir.
  • Push the rear cable clip back onto the reservoir.
  • Push the windshield hose back onto the reservoir.
Step 15

remove rear window washer fluid pump

  • Disconnect the L hose connector from the pump.
  • Disconnect the electrical connector by lifting the clamp slightly with a screwdriver and pushing the connector off.
Step 16

replace rear window washer fluid pump

  • Replace the broken pump and reconnect the output hose and connector.
  • Push the pump back into the reservoir.
  • Push the hose back onto the reservoir.
Step 17

fill the reservoir

  • If you removed the filler neck, push it back into the reservoir.
  • Fill the reservoir, at least above the pump level.
  • Check for leaks.