61 31 245 Removing and installing/replacing rear-window button

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove PIVOT BEARING FOR REAR WINDOW WIPER

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Feed out rear-window button (2) and place to one side.

Installation note:

Make sure plug connection (1) is correctly locked.

Make sure rear-window button (2) is correctly fitted.

To facilitate installation, coat the rear-window button and wiper pivot bearing with lubricant (e.g. low-surface-tension water or G13).

Fig 1: Identifying Rear-Window Button And Plug Connection

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IMPORTANT: Refer to the manufacturer's safety data sheet if using G13