E86 Washer Bottle Removal

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I need to remove the washer bottle to clean the inside, as its full of the usual gunk. Has anybody on here removed an E86 washer bottle? I can see its more complicated than the E85 bottle due to the second pump for the Zenon's.
Removing the top bolt is easy enough but there seems to be other connections underneath preventing removal. Getting the thing back in place could also prove to be problematic. Appreciate any help.
 
I did it on my 2nd Coupe and it wasn't too bad, but there are 2 pumps to disconnect the wiring connectors and pipes from plus another wiring connection for the low fluid level sensor on the side that faces the front of the car. The reservoir takes a bit of jiggling to get out, but if you take your time it isn't too bad.

Good luck anyway. :thumbsup:
 
It’s the same as e85 with xenons- fairly simple, unclip both pumps- loser the bolt and jiggle out. :thumbsup:
 
lift the pumps out of the bottle first, then the bolt. You'll get wet feet unless you're careful :D
 
Zedster said:
I need to remove the washer bottle to clean the inside, as its full of the usual gunk. Has anybody on here removed an E86 washer bottle? I can see its more complicated than the E85 bottle due to the second pump for the Zenon's.
Removing the top bolt is easy enough but there seems to be other connections underneath preventing removal. Getting the thing back in place could also prove to be problematic. Appreciate any help.
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No difference between E85 roadster and E86 coupe.

10mm bolt to remove and pull both pumps out.
 
Zedster said:
I need to remove the washer bottle to clean the inside, as its full of the usual gunk. Has anybody on here removed an E86 washer bottle? I can see its more complicated than the E85 bottle due to the second pump for the Zenon's.
Removing the top bolt is easy enough but there seems to be other connections underneath preventing removal. Getting the thing back in place could also prove to be problematic. Appreciate any help.
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Yes, did mine as well. I just siphoned out the fluid first, but all the rest as per the OP's posts. Quite a satisfying job!
 
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