61 61 250 Replacing windshield wiper motor (Z3 Roadster, Z3 Coupe)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 BMW Z3 and 2001 BMW Z3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Prior to removal, allow wiper motor to run into rest position (if still possible).

Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Disconnect battery negative lead, refer to 12 00 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY .
Remove complete bracket for windshield wiper system, refer to 61 61 270 REMOVING AND INSTALLING MOUNTING BRACKET FOR WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM COMPLETE WITH MOTOR (Z3 ROADSTER, Z3 COUPE, M ROADSTER, M COUPE) .

Unfasten nut on motor crank and pry off crank from motor.

NOTE: Drive rods remain fitted, illustrated without drive rods for sake of clarity.

Fig 1: Prying Off Crank From Motor

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Unfasten screws and remove wiper motor from console.

Tightening torque, 61 61 1AZ. Refer to 61 61 WINDSHIELD WIPERS.

Installation:

Replace screws.

Screw new wiper motor onto wiper bracket, connect to vehicle wiring harness and run into rest position.

Fig 2: Removing Wiper Motor From Console

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Installation:

Position motor crank on shaft so that it forms a line with drive rod on passenger side.

Fig 3: Positioning Motor Crank On Shaft

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Turn motor crank at nut out of rest position slightly, then grip firmly and screw down.

Fig 4: Turning Motor Crank At Nut Out Of Rest Position

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Tightening torque, 61 61 4AZ. Refer to 61 61 WINDSHIELD WIPERS .