61 61 041 Replacing both windscreen wiper blades

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IMPORTANT: Make sure the wiper arm does not contact the windscreen without its wiper blade.

NOTE: In the event of a customer complaint regarding the cleaning or wiping performance or noise build-up (scratching, squeaking) by the wiper blades, proceed as follows: First check whether the complaint is caused by dirt (preservation wax on new vehicles, resins or other environmental influences) on the windscreen; if necessary, clean the windscreen thoroughly! Replace the wiper blades only if cleaning the windscreen fails to remedy the situation.

Fold wiper arm (3) away from windscreen.

Press the lock (1) and remove the protective cap (2) in the direction of the arrow.

Installation note:

Ensure that the protective cap (2) is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Removing Protective Cap

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Turn the wiper blade (1) at an angle of 90° and remove from the wiper arm (2).

Fig 2: Removing Wiper Blade From Wiper Arm

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Installation note:

Latch mechanisms (1) and guide (2) of the window cavity protective cap (6) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 3: Identifying Latch Mechanisms And Guide

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