big problem with wipers!

[pski215]

so i realized the bolt that is attached to the rod that connects with the motor snapped possibly from being too cold? any idea how much another would cost? or do i have to replace the whole rod?

[m5james]

Originally Posted by jbimmer24

Why is it that when you go and open your car door on x on a day like today,it doesn't want to close.....like the latch is not catching and door can swing open while driving?

Unfortunately water makes things freeze, so your door latches and handle are no exception. Mine we're frozen today myself...that's what I get for washing the X in like 40 degree temps when it's been getting down to like 20 at night. Search the forums for the frozen door repairs.

[m5james]

Originally Posted by pski215

so i realized the bolt that is attached to the rod that connects with the motor snapped possibly from being too cold? any idea how much another would cost? or do i have to replace the whole rod?

Did you realize the bolt was broken before or after you let the wiper motor continue to try and fight? Pics would really be helpful. Do you have BMW junkyards in your area? If not, you might have to order some parts from either the stealership or www.car-part.com and swap it yourself.

[pski215]

m5 i realized after, but my neighbor owns a body shop and has a scrap 528 or something there and is going to see if it has the same bolt? if it does he's going to install for me.

[m5james]

Hopefully it works out for ya.

[pski215]

stealer wants 350 for a new wiper transmission, found some used ones on ebay for around 120.