Hi, I am trying to replace the windshield washer pump on my 2007 chevy equinox. I was told to remove the black inner fender, I did that but there still seems to be a metal frame around the wiper tank. Can I unscrew the bolts on top and pull it up from the top to replace the pump.

The hose could be clogged ! Do you know where you add the washer fluid ? Somewhere on the bottom of that plastic bottle is the washer pump .
Removal and Installation
> WARNING: Windshield washer solution contains methanol, which is poisonous. Observe all cautions and warnings indicated on label of washer solution container. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
> CAUTION: When replacing the windshield washer pump be careful not to damage the rubber grommet.
> CAUTION: Do not operate the windshield washer pump before filling the reservoir. Failure to do so could result in premature pump failure.

1. NOTE: When installing the reservoir, the filler neck must be lubricated using a water-based lubricant.
   Remove the bolt and the windshield washer reservoir filler neck.

1. Remove the RH fender splash shield. For additional information, refer to Section 501-02 .

1. Remove the foam filler and remove the retainer.

1. Remove the 2 screws and the accessory drive splash shield.
   • To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).

1. Remove the nut, 2 bolts and position the A/C accumulator aside.
   • To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).

1. Unclip the A/C lines from the inner fender well.

1. Drill out the rivet and remove the bracket.

1. Remove the 2 bolts, slide the windshield washer reservoir assembly forward to release it, and position the washer reservoir aside.
   • Install the upper bolt followed by the lower bolt, and tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).

1. Disconnect the windshield washer tube assembly from the pump and release the windshield washer tube assembly from the washer reservoir.

1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the windshield washer pump.

1. Release the wiring harness from the reservoir, and remove the washer reservoir.

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

It sounds as if the windshield washer pump, located at the base of the windshield washer fluid reservoir, has lost it's seal. When this occurs, washer fluid seeps into the pump and shorts it out. I advise that you remove the pump to confirm this before replacing the fuse. A replacement wind washer pump and fuse can be found at your dealer, local auto parts store or the internet (Rockauto.com has always been a great source for quality parts at a very competitive price and I use them all the time). Hope this helps.

Isn't the washer motor on the reservoir tank?

Check for voltage where the connector plugs into the pump. If you have power there when you press the "wash" button, the pump is probably bad. If you DO have power then check your wiring for breaks. Also, is there anything else that doesn't work in your car? (i.e. dome lights, glove box light...etc.) AND....recheck the fuse to make sure it is in snug and hasn't blown again.
Good Luck.

They are not the easiest to get at but if you peel back the inner fender you should be able to see the pumps. Have somebody turn on the rear washer. Whatever pump does not run is the front washer. Remove the connector. The red wire should have power when the switch is pushed and the black should have gound all the time. Let me know if you have any questions and I'll do my best to answer them. Thank you for using FixYa.com!

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under the hood on either the left or right side just follow the hoses

PROBABLE CAUSE Impact to the front bumper pushes the bumper back far enough to break the washer pump hose fitting. CORRECTIVE ACTION Replace the windshield washer reservoir and washer motor with updated parts. REPAIR PROCEDURE 1. Turn the ignition switch to ACC (I) to unlock the steering column. 2. Raise the vehicle on a lift. 3. Remove the right front inner fender. Unhook and pull back the bumper for better access. CLIPS (6 places.) SCREWS (6 places.) RIGHT FRONT INNER FENDER 4. Release the hooks on the upper right side of the front bumper. 5. Remove the clip from the filler neck, then remove the filler neck. FILLER NECK CLIP WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR CLIP WASHER MOTOR CONNECTOR BOLT BOLTS WASHER TUBES 6. Remove the right front fender trim, and disconnect the washer hose from the 90-degree fitting. CLIP FRONT FENDER TRIM FRONT HOSE 7. Disconnect the 2P connector and the two washer tubes from the washer motor. 8. Remove the washer reservoir clip and the three bolts, then pull out the reservoir. 9. Assemble the new reservoir components, but do not install the filler neck. 10. Trim 85 mm off the end of the 1,260 mm washer tube only. 11. Route the washer tubes on the reservoir. NOTE: The black fitting is for the front windshield nozzles, and the white fitting is for the rear nozzle. 85 mm 12. Install the reservoir. 13. Connect the rear tube to the straight fitting in the wheelwell. 14. Connect the 2P connector to the washer motor. NEW RESERVOIR Connect the rear washer tube. CLIP BOLT 9.8 N•m (7.2 lb•ft) 15. Install the filler neck with the original clip. Connect the front washer tube to the 90-degree fitting. Then reinstall the front fender trim. WASHER FLUID DIPSTICK 2P CONNECTOR FRONT FENDER TRIM FILLER NECK CLIP

the pump is in the washer fluid tank, they are replaceable

should just push in to the bottom of the washer tank, if this one is located inside the front fender, you'll need to remove the plastic inner fender-well to access

I had a similar problem. My first thought was that the reservoir was leaking but there were no holes in it. Then I noticed that the fluid hose had come off the hose junction fitting (above the passenger side fender -- hard to reach without taking off the panels) and fluid was siphoning out. Later on the hose came off again, and so when I had it in the shop for some other maintenance I asked the guys to look at it. They told me there was a pressure problem with the reservoir pump which was causing the hose to disconnect. They changed out the pump and it's been working fine now.