Changing the wiper blades of your BMW requires special handling to deploy them in a vertical position. It is recommended to change your BMW wiper blades once a year when they are noisy or lose efficiency. In fact, the rubber that they are made of is sensitive to temperature variations, with large temperature variations weakening them. Intensive use also makes them lose their effectiveness: it is then time to change them. But how do you go about carrying out the procedure yourself?
BMW Windshield Wiper Replacement Guide
Their method of replacement differs depending on the models and brands. On BMWs, changing your windshield wipers requires locking the arms carrying the blades in a vertical position: this is the deployment position. To activate it, you must turn the ignition on and then remove it. Immediately, hold the windshield wiper stalk in a high position, beyond the point of resistance.
The windshield wipers then operate until they remain in the deployed position: the arms are in the vertical position, perpendicular to the base of the windshield. It is then possible to remove the wiper blade from the windshield of the BMW to change them or check their condition. Some models have a wear indicator: you can contact your BMW dealership for more information.
Once you have changed the windshield wipers on your BMW, you can put the blades back in contact with the windshield. Then, to return the arms to their resting position, simply start your vehicle and press the stalk downwards. The windshield wipers then return to their initial position: they are now ready for use.
BMW windshield wiper controls
It is then possible to activate your windshield wipers again, whether in AUTO mode from the button located at the end of the stalk with the possibility of adjusting the sensitivity of the sensor or in manual mode and enjoy the road! For any questions or if you prefer to trust those who are used to changing BMW wiper blades, you can contact your usual dealer. Also find out how to install your roof rack by clicking here, or how to attach the bike rack to your BMW.