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

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Special tools required:

61 6 060

IMPORTANT: After installation CHECK SETTING DIMENSION AND CONTACT ANGLE of the wiper arm.

Remove caps (1).

Release nuts underneath.

Tightening torque 61 61 2AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Windscreen Wiper Arms And Caps

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IMPORTANT: Risk of breakage!
Do not bend wiper arm when removing.

Detach windscreen wiper arm with special tool 61 6 060.

IMPORTANT: Danger of loosening!
Observe tightening specifications without fail.

Fig 2: Detaching Windscreen Wiper Arm With Special Tool (61 6 060)

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