Ford Fiesta Mk7 Windscreen Washer Bottle Reservoir Tank Cap Flap 8A61-17618-AF

Ford Fiesta Mk7 Windscreen Washer Bottle Reservoir Tank Cap Flap is an original washer system component designed for precise installation in the Ford Fiesta Mk7 model. Thanks to its factory origin from the Ford line, it ensures proper fit, tightness, and stable operation of the entire washer system. It is a practical solution for post-collision repairs, replacing a damaged reservoir, or completing missing system components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1764300
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1764300
• Substitutable numbers: 1764300, 8A61-17618-AF, 8A6117618AF
• Part type: Reservoir
• Category: Washer Pumps, Reservoirs & Nozzles

Purpose and function in the washer system

The presented reservoir with cap and flap is responsible for the safe storage of washer fluid and its convenient refilling. The design adapted to the Ford Fiesta Mk7 allows for:

• proper mounting in factory body points,
• stable cooperation with the pump and washer nozzles,
• easy service access to the fluid filler thanks to the integrated cap and flap. A properly selected reservoir reduces the risk of leaks, system aeration, and problems with washer operation at low fluid levels.

Advantages of using an original Ford component

Using an original Ford brand component in the Washer fluid reservoirs, pumps, and nozzles category translates into a number of practical operational benefits:

• factory fit to the geometry of the Ford Fiesta Mk7 engine compartment,
• compatibility with original mounts, hoses, and washer system equipment,
• preservation of the working capacity and ergonomics designed by the manufacturer,
• reduction of installation problems typical of universal aftermarket replacements. The item in used condition is a reasonable cost choice while maintaining the original vehicle manufacturer's specification.

Condition, verification, and service application

The product is offered as a used part, which in practice means it comes from dismantling and is intended for further use after proper installation. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where:

• a quick replacement of a damaged reservoir after a collision or crack is necessary,
• you are repairing the washer system in a fleet vehicle where service economy counts,
• you want to maintain the original Ford Fiesta Mk7 specification without resorting to cheap replacements. Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry and mounting points, installation proceeds in a predictable manner, without the need for modifying brackets or hoses.

Integration with other system elements

This washer fluid reservoir with cap and flap works with other system components, such as pumps, hoses, and nozzles, creating a coherent system responsible for maintaining visibility on the windshield. A properly selected element:

• ensures adequate fluid flow to the washer pump,
• minimizes the risk of hose aeration at low fluid levels,
• facilitates regular maintenance thanks to the convenient filler with a flap. This is particularly important in daily operation, where an efficient washer system affects driving safety in rain, slush, or when driving on dirt roads. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the washer system area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional reservoirs, pumps, or nozzles, check the available parts in the Ford washer fluid reservoirs, pumps, and nozzles category.

Technical support and part selection

When selecting consumables for the Ford Fiesta Mk7, it is worth paying attention to compliance with manufacturer markings and the actual purpose of the part. Technical materials regarding diagnostics and vehicle system maintenance may be helpful – including other systems where correct component matching by OEM numbers is crucial. To deepen your knowledge of the principles of selection and operation of components, it is worth reading the article Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration, which discusses, among other things, a practical approach to identifying parts by numbers and their subsequent operation.