Washer Pump (Standard System): Installation

1989 Chevrolet Caprice Base, 4.3 Z, 700R4/MD8SECTION Installation
  1. Wiper motor must be in the park position prior to installing washer pump. See Figure. Rotate cam lobe until index hole in cam is aligned with mounting plate. Install locator pin through pump cover and into hole of cam. See Figure.
  2. Install washer pump on wiper motor so drive pin slot of cam lobe aligns over drive pin. See Figure. Install washer pump bolts. Remove locator pin and install wiring connector. Check operation. If knocking noise is heard, this indicates cam is not properly engaged. Install pump cover.
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