61 61 100 Removing and installing/replacing both windshield wiper arms

Special tools required:

NOTE: Removal of the windshield wiper arms is described separately for the driver's and passenger sides.

Driver's side:

Remove cover.

Fig 1: Removing Wiper Cover

Release screw (1) with special tool 61 6 010.

Installation:

Clean Loctite residue off thread.

Replace screw (1) and insert with Loctite.

Fig 2: Releasing Screw With Special Tool

CAUTION: Do not bend windshield wiper arm when removing it (risk of breakage!).

Release nut (2) with special tool 61 6 010. Detach windshield wiper arm with special tool 61 6 060.

Installation:

Fig 3: Releasing Nut With Special Tool

Installation:

Insert screw (1) against tappet (3) until specified dimension (A) between contact pressure adjustment lever (2) and wiper arm (4) is achieved.

The nut can be tightened better by pressing down the wiper arm gently on the windshield.

Specified dimension A = 1.3 mm

Fig 4: Identifying Dimension Between Contact Pressure Adjustment Lever And Wiper Arm

Passenger side:

Remove caps.

Fig 5: Removing Wiper Caps

Unscrew nuts.

Installation:

Fig 6: Removing Nuts

CAUTION: Do not bend windshield wiper arms when removing them (risk of breakage!).

Detach both wiper arms with special tool 61 6 060.

Fig 7: Detaching Both Wiper Arms With Special Tool