61 61 270 Removing and installing or replacing console for windscreen washer system complete with motor

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD PROTECTION) .

IMPORTANT: Before installing the wiper arms, allow wiper motor to run into rest position.

WARNING: Danger of injury from emergency operation, disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL !

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Unlock and disconnect plug connection (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque: 61 61 1AZ .

Pull console for windscreen wiper (4) out of guide (3) and remove.

NOTE: On a right hand drive vehicle also release position at position (3).

Fig 1: Windscreen Wiper Console, Guide And Screws

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Installation note:

Ensure guide (3) is correctly installed.

For replacement from 07/13:

Release latch mechanism (1) and pull out the water drain (2) from the wiper console.

Fig 2: Water Drain Latch Mechanism

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