How to Replace Windshield Washer Pump for Toyota Camry Corolla RAV4 Tacoma 4Runner

[@davidfrancischelli6853]

This was very helpful. Much easier than removing the entire front bumper! The replacement pump I bought said to install the gasket on the reservoir first and use a dry lubricant, such as powdered graphite to ease the installation of the pump. Worked like a charm. I turned the wheel to the left to give better access. Total time was about 15 minutes. Luckily, I only had to change the front windshield pump. It looks like the rear is more difficult to access.

[@grahambinley3482]

Can't thank you enough young man, your short-cut saved me from an expensive garage bill.

[@alaintrudel8839]

Thank You very much for your explanations on how to change the pump. I just changed the pump on my Corolla 2011. Every step is well explained except one. And it's the most important one. When i wanted to put the new pump back in place. I tried doing like you mentioned...twisting, turning and pushing it into it's place. After one hour and a half of swearing… because the pump was impossible to put back on.I decided to take the gasket of the pump and put it in the hole of the container. After that that i put vaseline on the gasket and the pump. It took 10 seconds and it was in place. The only way to put it back on if you don't want to lose time and swear because you can't get it into place.

[@afaquesiddiqui1640]

Thanks!

[@markcjuliano]

Holy crap, this comment is a godsend. I was about to throw this pump across my garage till I read this comment. After reading, I reinstalled it in 10 seconds after swearing up a storm for half an hour. Thank you thank you thank you!

[@harbertsand]

I did the same exact thing, I wish I would’ve read this first. It would’ve saved me a lot of frustration.

[@baburajkandy]

@@markcjuliano I was laughing so hard by imagining your frustration. Swearing up a storm for half an hour was classic.

[@jonquick1273]

I watched this video before replacing. I thought the new gasket was too big and I compared it to the old gasket and theyre the same. It took me 20 mins just putting it in and I almost gave up. I did what you did, too bad I didnt read your comment before doing it. I was at the backyard no garage and -10c weather with snow.

[@blake3853]

Good video. Another site suggested taking off the bumper-wasn't necessary. There is a bit more to taking off the shroud however so be aware of that. Splash shield also needs removing {at least on my 2009}. I also tried the new pump on the electrical first to be sure that was the problem-it was. The only other real trouble was pushing the new pump back into the tank. Used the Vaseline but no help in my case. After almost an hour of frustration i pulled the rubber ring off the motor and seated it on the tank first.. The motor then slide in place within secs. No leaking at this point. Hope this helps anyone having trouble. Also not a bad idea to take a pic or two for reassembly later.

[@picantesworld7723]

I want to say thank you in advance, because I searched for a 2007 Toyota RAV4 for a windshield wiper pump last week didn't find anything, and a bit ago I figured I didn't search right and said let me try again and here is your video you posted 2 or 3 days ago. In a way I feel a bit of a relief to know they go often. I'm glad I can do this myself. I always say if I can do it then let me if I can't then take it to my mechanic. I have a bit of another issue I have a hanger missing on my muffler that is rattling after I got the muffler replaced twice doing the same thing mistaking it for bad baffles. Only had the car a little over a year. I'm hoping I can put it something to make it stop. Thanks again dude for posting this. 😊

[@hppautomotive4730]

wow! so glad we could help! We wish you the best of luck with your vehicle! :)

[@Kuya_Raf143]

It took 20mins for me to install the new one, and vaseline help a lot by twisting and pushing thanks for the video

[@paulmeinke9461]

Thank you - this was a great help. I did not know which motor was the front and which was the rear. I will say getting big hands into that small space was a pain. Also on a further note - taking the O'Ring off the new pump, applying the grease on the inside and outside of it, then placing it in the hole followed by the motor was the way to go. Having the motor in the gasket to push it back in would not work. I also put the hose back on before, well after taking the motor back out, the putting the motor back in as I could not get it back on the motor.

[@pauldaignault7407]

This "bush fix" method is far easier than the Toyota Repair Manual method which requires that you take off the bumper cover, splash pan cover, etc. This is 15 minutes versus a couple hours.

[@kanisohana]

Thanks for the video! I used it to fix a 2010 Highlander. I had to remove a few screws and clips under the bumper on the Highlander to get enough space.

[@mike416ng]

Thanks. Found your video more helpful then the ones that appear to be sponsored and/or done in an actual shop.

[@hppautomotive4730]

Glad we could help!

[@LussiDragon777]

This was perfect. my model is a 2006, and the motor was more to the side of the vehicle than this one, but it all worked out, except the fact that I don't seem to have the strength to push it all the way in. My grandmother is sweet, saying that it's because the bumper is in the way, which it is being the model it is, but still LOL We're gonna have to take it to a mechanic still for that part, but like I said, this was fantastic! Thank you!!!

[@elejes1218]

Installed mine on a Lexus LS 460 and followed your steps. Pretty easy. I found it easier to remove the rubber seal ring in the new pump motor and insert it into the reservoir. You insert the pump motor from there. Thanks for your help.

[@jonathankealoha7463]

Thank you so much I was not about to take off the bumper just to change the motor, thank you once again for the video.

[@TheWinterfan]

You do not need to lube the new pump. Take the big O-ring off of your new pump, and install just the O-ring into the tank hole, then press the new pump into the O-ring and into the tank.

[@sulaimanalkindi8486]

Thanks for the great video. I found taking the wheel off will make the job much easier , thanks again

[@NLSLS]

Nice, but turn the wheel next time. ;)

[@mrandreq1]

Very straight forward video, great job young man

[@eausnap]

Every step was good except... Put synthetic lube on the inside and out of the gasket first then put it in. After that put the motor in after connecting the tube to the left of it. This will save you a ton of headaches.

[@jonquick1273]

Too bad i didnt read your comment before I replaced mine. What a pain putting it in with the gasket on.

[@RafaelRodriguez-kl3vs]

Nice video. Detailed information with top video quality. The use of Vaseline is a must. Thank you foy the info. Congratulations.

[@williambeatty5779]

Great video. Done by a very smart man.

[@garyv2196]

It also helps to turn the tire to the left to get it out of the way.

[@jamesbarnes9103]

I see you’re in Utah! You guys have incredibly “hard water” there! I bet you have “scaling” issues in the nozzles and lines if people use tap water to “top off” the windshield wiper fluid

[@Sagemeister007]

Nice. Thanks for this helpful video!

[@chegvra]

I have a 2007 Yaris. Identical procedure. Everything was easy, except the wheel well cowling getting in the way.

[@geraldwmson]

Vaseline?? LOL!!!!!! You made my day dude!!

[@domingoguggiana6137]

Very helpful, but i think it is easier remove the o ring. Place it in the reservoir and then install the pump.

[@mikkopalokoski6249]

LIFE SAVER

[@mgtocrateezspeaks3971]

Great video, except that petroleum jelly will erode the rubber seal.

[@bensdemosongs]

Is there only one fuse for both motors? I'm assuming if the rear pump is working and the front is not, that the fuse is fine. Great video- clearly communicated.

[@ravensnflies8167]

correctomundo!

[@jamesbarnes9103]

Good video! Thanks

[@fancycode]

You should pull off the ruber gasket of the pump and put the gasket in the tank

[@user-ts7gr8vq6p]

Thank you!

[@peterpimenow3246]

I have a 2003 Camry and the washer fluid started leaking out last week. My mechanic told me it was because the pump went bad. I'm not sure if that's true because it seems to me that if the hose is connected the fluid should not leak. Am I wrong?

[@gmyatko]

nope, not supposed to use vaseline. Silicone grease. Vaseline jacks up rubber seals and o-rings. Otherwise, thanks for the info.

[@pauldaignault7407]

Lowe's sells silicone grease in their plumbing department. Cost is $4 a tube.

[@loopedmess]

Another use for ky. Yay

[@fabulousprofound]

i am hoping someone can help me with this... i just replaced the pump as per the instructions in this video, but now have a low fluid warning all the time. the pump works, and it is spraying the windshield, but the tank can be full all the way to the top and the warning won't go away...

[@RobertoLopez-px2yu]

Thank you!!!

[@moetic6601]

Is it the same for the 2011 Toyota venza? Do u know

[@jasonwainwright7094]

Yes ( in the video description )

[@johnmitchelljr]

Thank you.

[@Hayrange]

Was wondering if anyone can help me troubleshoot something. So just noticed today that front washer pump wasn't working. I went to try the back one and realized that wasn't working either. Figured it seems like it either has to be a fuse or the pump, but realized that front and back have two totally separate pumps, which I should have initially realized was pretty obvious. I just checked the fuse and it's still good. It seems very unlikely that two pumps would go out at the same time. Does anyone have any clues on what might be going on? I'm not closed off to replacing the pumps, but I'm not sure I should take that avenue as first step in the process of elimination.

[@stevewalker4586]

Well done! Thank you

[@kriswhartonful]

My pump works but, it doesn't spray much out of the passenger side.

[@Bushcraft242]

My rav4 2015 Toyota

[@AldousHuxley7]

You talk like me! Kinda strange. Thanks for the vid!

[@barrymonroy7138]

I think you should off took of the tire...