Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 02 2.0 tdci washer pump change

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Sat 17 Oct 2009 18:16
02 2.0 tdci washer pump change - carnut1980
the washer pump is not working but the wipers are, im told they run off the same fuse so i need to change the pump. It is a cannister approx 10' tall, located under the o/s/f wheel mudflap i think? Is this easy to change, and why does it look different and much bigger than all the pics of washer pumps on ebay?
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Sat 17 Oct 2009 19:52
02 2.0 tdci washer pump change - elekie&a/c doctor
The washer pump sits at the front o/side in the base of the water reservoir,behind the fog light(if fitted).Access is from the front of the vehicle.It is a black plastic unit with 2 pipes that pushes into the bottle onto a rubber seal.It is less than 10 cm high.Get a replacement unit from a motor factor.A genuine part from Ford is over £50.hth
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Mon 19 Oct 2009 13:08
02 2.0 tdci washer pump change - Chad.R
I replaced this myself a few weeks ago - and it's not a very difficult job.

I gained access from the inner arch and the wheel on full lock. Sourced the part from eBay for £12.

Just make sure you connect the 2 hoses the same as before, otherwise you'll spray your rear window when you want the front ... ;-)
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Mon 19 Oct 2009 17:55
02 2.0 tdci washer pump change - carnut1980
cheers, do i need to empty the washer tank first, it looks like i may get a soaking if i dont. Also what tools do i need? or do the pipes just push on and off? Only asking because access and visibility seems limited, even with the wheel off!
cheers
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Mon 19 Oct 2009 20:18
02 2.0 tdci washer pump change - elekie&a/c doctor
Don't waste your time taking the wheel off.Jack up the o/s/f of the car and work from the front.Use a large flat blade screwdriver to ease the pump from the bottle.Put a container under the washer reservoir to catch the water.You will definitely get wet.The pipes are just a push fit.hth
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