Replacing Components - BMW 2008 X3 Owner's Manual

Replacing components

Onboard tool kit
The onboard tool kit is located in a compart-
ment on the left in the cargo area.
Wiper blades
Replacing front wiper blades
1. Move the wiper into the fold-out position,
refer to page 42.
2. Lift the wiper arm and press the securing
spring, refer to arrow.
3. Pull the wiper blade off toward the wiper
arm.
4. Insert the new blade and snap it into place.
To prevent damage to the wipers, always
fold them back down onto the windshield
before you turn the ignition key to position 1
or 2 or open the hood.<
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Replacing rear wiper blade
1. Lift the wiper arm.
2. Pull off the wiper blade, refer to arrow.
3. Insert a new wiper blade.
Lamps and bulbs
Lamps and bulbs make a significant contribu-
tion to road safety. Therefore, comply fully with
the following instructions during bulb replace-
ment. If you are not familiar with the specified
procedures or they are not described here,
BMW recommends having this work carried out
at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.
Never touch the glass of new bulbs with
your bare fingers, as even minute
amounts of contamination will burn into the
bulb's surface and reduce its service life. Use a
clean cloth, paper towel, or the like or grasp
bulb by its base.<
A replacement bulb set is available from your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.
In all work on the electrical system, switch
off the relevant component to prevent
short circuits. To avoid possible injury or equip-
ment damage when replacing bulbs, follow any
instructions provided by the bulb manufac-
turer.<
When maintaining the headlamps, please follow
the instructions in the separate Caring for your
vehicle brochure.
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