When to replace the Wiper Blades on your BMW 5 SERIES
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Wiper blade : 12 month
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 520i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 525tds, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 523i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 528i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 540i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 535i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 525 td, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 530 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) M5, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 535i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 520i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 520 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 525 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 520 i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 530 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 525 i, BMW 5 Saloon (E39) 530 i View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front wipers blades BMW 5 E39 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Wiper Blades for 5 Saloon (E39) and other BMW models
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Tools
Replacement: windshield wipers – BMW E39. Tools you might need:
Flat Screwdriver
Replacement: windshield wipers – BMW E39. 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 E39. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Prepare the new windscreen wipers.
  2. Step 2
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    Pull the wiper arm away from the glass surface until it stops.
  3. Step 3
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    Press the clip. Use a flat screwdriver.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the blade from the wiper arm.
    Replacement: windshield wipers – BMW E39. Tip:
    When replacing the wiper blade, take caution to prevent the spring-loaded wiper arm from hitting the glass.
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