Washer Pump Assemblies Must Be Primed Properly {7306}
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The following washer pump assemblies are centrifugal pump assemblies: 7T-8890 Washer Pump As, 7T-8891 Washer Pump As, 6T-1375 Washer Pump As, 117-2826 Washer Pump As and 223-3383 Washer Pump As
Centrifugal pump assemblies are not self-priming. Centrifugal pump assemblies must be primed properly in order to operate correctly. Refer to the following procedure in order to prime a centrifugal pump assembly.
Priming Procedure
- Install the washer pump assembly and install all the hoses.
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(1) Washer pump assembly (2) Outlet hose (3) Inlet hose |
- Fill the reservoir with washer fluid.
- Disconnect pump outlet hose (2) .
- Once fluid flows out of pump assembly (1), connect pump outlet hose (2) .
- The pump is now primed and ready for operation.
Note: If the tank is allowed to run out of fluid, the pump will need to be primed again. Follow Steps 2 through 5 in order to prime the pump.
Note: Use the appropriate antifreeze for temperatures that are below freezing.
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