Wiper Arm: Service and Repair

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





Special tools required:
- 61 6 060





Remove cover (1).





Release nut (1), tightening torque 61 61 2AZ [1][2]Specifications.





Important!
Do not bend wiper arm (1) when removing it (risk of breakage).

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





If necessary, fit wiper blades on new wiper arms.

Always fit wiper blade with spoiler on left.





Note:
The driver's side wiper arm is shown.

Installation Note:
Adjust position of relevant wiper arm in rest position.

The gap between wiper lip (1) and the top edge of cowl panel cover (3) at the attachment point (2) of the wiper blade is measured.

Then tighten down wiper arm and check position of relevant wiper arm again.

Adjustment dimensions:

- Driver's side: 52±2 mm
- Passenger side: 57±2 mm