Install left and right wiper arm

2023 BMW 230iSECTION Install left and right wiper arm
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NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Installing left and right wiper arm 

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
The window wiper system must be in the zero position.
After installing the cowl cover and before installing the wiper arms:
Operate the window wiper system one time, to ensure the window wiper system has the correct installation position.
  • Connect the wiper arm (3)  .
  • Correctly position the wiper arm (2)  in relation to the window edge (1)  .
    TECHNICAL DATA SPECIFICATION

    Distance from window pane edge to wiper blade 
      Wiper arm right (A)  57.5 ± 5 mm
      Wiper arm left (B)  63.3 ± 4 mm
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  • Tighten nut (2)  .
    TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

    Windshield wiper arm 
    Combination hexagon nut tightening torque  35 Nm
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  • Connect the protective cap (1)  .
  • Feed the washer fluid hose (1)  into the guide of the windshield panel and connection at the separation point.
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RENDER: 1.0x

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