Wipers/Washers - Washer Fluid Leaks Onto R/H Fender
SI B51 24 08Body Equipment
September 2008
Technical Service
SUBJECT
Washer Fluids Leaking out of the Right Side M Vent
MODEL
E90, E92 and E93 (3 Series) M3 produced up to 4/2008
SITUATION
Washer fluid may drip out of the M vent located on the right side fender, or washer fluid residue may be seen on the right fender or mudguard.
CAUSE
During aggressive driving, when high g-forces are present, washer fluid may splash around in the reservoir and leak out through the vent tube located on top of the reservoir. Once the fluid leaks out of the reservoir, it will exit through the M vent.
CORRECTION
Shorten the vent tube on the reservoir and install a breathable cap.
PROCEDURE
1. Remove the right front wheel arch trim per Repair Instruction RA 51 71 ...
2. Remove the washer fluid reservoir per Repair Instruction RA 61 71 061..
3. Remove A=10mm from the top of the vent tube located on the top of the reservoir.
4. Install the breather cap to the top of the vent tube.
PARTS INFORMATION
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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