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

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Special tools required:

61 6 060

Remove cover (1).

Fig 1: Removing Cover

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Release nut (1). For tightening torque, see 61 61 11AZ in GENERAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUE .

Fig 2: Release Nut

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IMPORTANT: Do not bend wiper arm (1) when removing it (risk of breakage).

Detach wiper arm (1) with special tool 61 6 060.

Fig 3: Detaching Wiper Arm With Special Tool 61 6 060

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If necessary, fit wiper blades on new wiper arms.

Always fit wiper blade with spoiler on left.

NOTE: The driver's side wiper arm is shown.

Installation:

Adjust position of relevant wiper arm in rest position.

The gap between wiper lip (1) and the top edge of cowl panel cover (3) at the attachment point (2) of the wiper blade is measured.

Then tighten down wiper arm and check position of relevant wiper arm again.

Adjustment measurements:

Driver's side: 52+/-2 mm
Passenger side: 57+/-2 mm

Fig 4: Identifying Gap Between Wiper Lip And Top Edge Of Cowl Panel Cover
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