wiper help

[Zinno_e30]

Here is a really good write up with pictures: http://www.e30zone.net/e30zonewiki/i...n_Wiper_faults

[jeffnhiscars]

Do the vents under the wipers just pop out?

They do but they are held in by some fairly stout spring clips so caution not to break the (likely brittle) plastic. I also suggest your check the damper ring (#14)which is what supports the shaft passing through the cowl. They get brittle and crack causing the wiper to wobble and bind.

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=1084&mospid=47302&btnr=61_0885&hg=61&fg=45

I had to go look at my 2 e30's after seeing your pics. Your wipers point PS>DS, whereas mine are the other way around. If I didnt see your fuse box I would have thought your pics were reversed but the plastic vent on your drivers side has a round blank on it which would seem to accommodate the mounting format that I have.

Funny that I've never noticed that before...unless your car is RHD ?

Update...I ran your VIN through realoem and IT IS RHD..hah !!