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How to change front windshield wipers on BMW 3 Coupe (E46) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Wiper blade : 12 month
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 323 Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 328Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 320Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 318Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) M3, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 330 xi, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 320 Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 325Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 316 Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 318Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 330 Cd, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 320 Cd, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) M3 CSL, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 316 Ci … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 323 Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 328Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 320Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 318Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) M3, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 330 xi, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 320 Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 325Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 316 Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 318Ci, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 330 Cd, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 320 Cd, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) M3 CSL, BMW 3 Coupe (E46) 316 Ci … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle
All the parts you need to replace – Wiper Blades for 3 Coupe (E46) and other BMW models
Wiper blade
Alternative products

Flat Screwdriver
Replacement: windshield wipers – BMW 3 Coupe (E46). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
- Always replace front wiper blades together. It will ensure efficient and uniform cleaning of the windshield.
- Don't confuse the wiper blades of the driver and passenger side.
- The replacement procedure for both wiper blades is identical.
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: windshield wipers – BMW 3 Coupe (E46). Use the following procedure:
- Step 1Prepare the new windscreen wipers.
- Step 2Pull the wiper arm away from the glass surface until it stops.
- Step 3Press the clip. Use a flat screwdriver.
- Step 4Remove the blade from the wiper arm.Replacement: windshield wipers – BMW 3 Coupe (E46). Tip:When replacing the wiper blade, take caution to prevent the spring-loaded wiper arm from hitting the glass.
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