61 61 081 Replacing (removing and installing) left or right windscreen wiper arm

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Special tools required:

61 6 060

IMPORTANT: Do not bend windscreen wiper arm during removal (risk of breakage).

Remove protective cap for wiper arm (1) on left or right.

Release nut underneath. Tightening torque 61 61 11AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Wiper Arm Protective Caps

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

Installation note:

Adjust position of wiper arm in question in rest position (measured between wiper lip and upper edge of cowl panel cover).

Then tighten down wiper arm and check SETTING DIMENSIONS of relevant wiper arm again.

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

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