Window Washer Flow Interruption (SI B61 05 17)
Publication date: 2017-02-01Reference number: SI B61 05 17
WINDOW WASHER FLOW INTERRUPTION
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Reference Number(s): SI B61 05 17, Date of Issue:
February 2017
| BMW: | G30 (5 series Sedan); Produced through November 15, 2016 |
| GROUP: | General Electrical Systems |
SITUATION
Front windshield washers spray poorly or not at all.
CAUSE
Partially or completely pinched supply tube caused by misplaced tube holder on hood hinge.
CORRECTION
Reposition and secure tube holder on the gas pressure spring.
PROCEDURE
For conditions that are similar to the situation described:
- Using double-sided tape on the holder where shown, secure the tube holder onto the gas-pressure spring to prevent twisting.
- Using a cable tie (part number 31 13 1 357 599), attach the tube to the holder observing the dimensions shown.
PARTS INFORMATION
| Part Number | Description | Quantity | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 13 1 367 599 | Cable tie | 1 | ||
| 83 19 0 445 309(1) | Double-sided adhesive tape (L=66m, W=19mm) | As needed | ||
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks.
| Defect Code: | 6166024800 |
| Labor Operation: | Labor Allowance: | Description: |
|---|---|---|
| 61 99 000 | 3 FRU | Work time to install double-sided tape and a cable tie on the tube holder (Main work) |
| Or | ||
| 61 99 000 | 2 FRU | Work time to install double-sided tape and a cable tie on the tube holder (Plus work - Vehicle is already in the workshop) |
And, as needed:
Sublet - Bulk Materials
| Sublet Code 4 | See sublet reimbursement calculation below | Reimbursement for the used quantity of repair-related bulk material, please do not use part number 83 19 0 445 309 for claim submission |
Sublet reimbursement calculation for claiming the used quantity of repair-related bulk material:
- The BMW part number is at dealer net plus your center's handling, or
- Locally-sourced double-sided adhesive tape is "at cost with no handling."


