Wipers/Washers - Wiper Insert Replacement Information

Wipers/Washers - Wiper Insert Replacement Information

SI M61 03 06

General Electrical Systems

April 2013

2002-2006 Mini Cooper (R50) L4-1.6L (W10) Page 371

Warranties

This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 61 03 06 dated August 2009.

[NEW] Please read this Service Information bulletin in its entirety; the content has been completely updated.

[NEW] designates changes to this revision

SUBJECT

MINI Maintenance Program: Replacement Wiper Inserts

MODEL

All

SITUATION

The MINI Maintenance Programs allow for the replacement of wiper blade inserts:

^ At intervals of 12 months or longer, only when necessary, for the models

The replacement interval begins on the vehicle's original in-service date.

This policy supersedes all other statements concerning wiper blade maintenance replacement intervals (front and rear when applicable).

Note:

There is no required replacement at 12 months.

Wiper Blade and Insert Care

Regularly clean the wiper blade assemblies with soapy water to avoid streaking.

Windshield Care

Wax, dirt and road film buildup on the windshield can cause streaking, poor wiper operation and premature wear of the wiper blade inserts. The

windshield should be cleaned regularly to remove contamination. Use MINI approved car care products to clean and care for the vehicle.

PARTS INFORMATION

It is important to use the "Set" part numbers, which contain both front wiper blades, when available.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Covered under the terms of the MINI Maintenance Programs.