BMW 8 Coupe Series, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Replacing parts
Vehicle equipment
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and special equipment available for the
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐
ment and functions which are not installed in
your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐
tional equipment selected or the country specifi‐
cation. This also applies to safety-relevant func‐
tions and systems. Please comply with the
relevant laws and regulations when using the
corresponding functions and systems.
On-board tool kit
The on-board tool kit is located in the left storage
compartment of the boot.
Wiper blades
Safety notes
NOTE
The windscreen may sustain damage if a wiper
falls onto it without the wiper blade fitted. There
is a danger of damage to property. Hold the
wiper firmly when changing the wiper blade. Do
not fold in or switch on the wiper without a
wiper blade installed.
NOTE
When wipers are folded away from the wind‐
screen, they can be trapped when the bonnet
is opened. There is a danger of damage to
property. Before opening the bonnet, make
sure that the wipers with wiper blades fitted are
in contact with the windscreen.
Replacing the front wiper blades
1. To replace the wiper blades, move the wipers
to the fold-out position, see page
138 .
2. Lift the wipers completely away from the
windscreen.
3. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull out wiper
blade, arrow 2.
4. Insert the new wiper blade and press into the
holder until it engages.
5. Fold in the wipers.
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