When to replace the Wiper Blades on your BMW 3 SERIES
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Wiper blade : 12 month
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 316i, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 328 i, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 320 d, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 323 i, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 320i, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 330 d, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 330 xd, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 330 xi, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 330 i, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 320 i, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 325 i, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 325 xi, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 316 i, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 318 i, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 320d, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 318 d, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 316 i, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 330 d, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 330 xd, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 318 d, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 316 i, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 320d, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 330 i, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 318 i, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 320 i, BMW 3 Saloon (E46) 323 i View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change wipers blades BMW E46 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Wiper Blades for 3 Saloon (E46) and other BMW models
Replacement: windshield wipers – BMW 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 E46. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Prepare the new windscreen wipers.
    Step 2
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    Pull the wiper arm away from the glass surface until it stops.
  2. Step 3.1
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    Press the clip.
    Step 3.2
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    Remove the blade from the wiper arm.
    Replacement: windshield wipers – BMW E46. Tip:
    When replacing the wiper blade, take caution to prevent the spring-loaded wiper arm from hitting the glass.
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