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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 176 (WIPER SYSTEM & WASHER SYSTEM)DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONWIPERS AND WASHERS
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Wipers and Washers
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Wipers and Washers
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Montego, 2005 Ford Freestyle, and 2005 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The wiper and washer system consists of the following components:
- Wiper pivot arms - front
- Wiper pivot arm - rear (Freestyle)
- Wiper mounting arm and pivot shaft
- Windshield wiper motor
- Rear window wiper motor (Freestyle)
- Windshield washer pump
- Rear window washer pump (Freestyle)
- Windshield washer reservoir
- Smart junction box (SJB)
- Wiper switch
For additional information on the SJB, refer to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULES .
For additional information on the wiper switch, refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.