[richiro]

Hey all,

As subject says, anyone have the part numbers for our wiper blades?

Thanks in advance

[catalink]

Hi,
Part number for windshield set is 61615A974B5
Part number for rear is 61629478894

This is for X11 RHD.

[markronnie]

Would the part # be different for LHD?

[John27]

Originally Posted by markronnie

Would the part # be different for LHD?

If the wipers arms pivot from the same place, then the wiper blades would be the same. However, as I look at the images of LHD and RHD versions, the wiper arms are placed differently. That may mean the blades are different for each version (but it's possible they are the same, of course). I suspect something to check with a dealer unless someone else knows for certain.

[catalink]

For LHD you have:

front wiper set: 61615A974B1
Rear wiper: 61629478894

[ccs368]

I purchased the Bosch equivalent of the BMW OE as somewhere I read Bosch or Valeo could be the OEM for these blades. For my ‘23 X1 the Bosch p/n is 3397007945 which comes as a pair including 16” and 26”. The rear Bosch p/n is A332H. I thought the rear was incorrect but I believe you have to remove the adapter because it fits other makes and models. After comparing side by side they look identical with exception of some molded lettering. Will be installing soon.

[catalink]

Bosch indeed are awesome! And price is also 1/4.

[richiro]

Originally Posted by ccs368

I purchased the Bosch equivalent of the BMW OE as somewhere I read Bosch or Valeo could be the OEM for these blades. For my ‘23 X1 the Bosch p/n is 3397007945 which comes as a pair including 16” and 26”. The rear Bosch p/n is A332H. I thought the rear was incorrect but I believe you have to remove the adapter because it fits other makes and models. After comparing side by side they look identical with exception of some molded lettering. Will be installing soon.

Did you ever install these?

That part number when looked up says it won’t fit the current X1, even the Bosch website won’t confirm it’s compatible.

So just wanted to make sure before I buy them.

[ccs368]

Originally Posted by richiro

Did you ever install these?

That part number when looked up says it won’t fit the current X1, even the Bosch website won’t confirm it’s compatible.

So just wanted to make sure before I buy them.

The Bosch website said it was compatible from attachment. However, the overall length of Bosch is about 13 1/2” where the BMW OE is about 12” so I will install and take some measurements before cycling just in case the longer edge interferes and collides with the top.

[ccs368]

The Bosch p/n A332H rear wiper fits and suitable replacement for the rear BMW OE wiper blade. There are subtle differences where the fronts seem identical.

Here are my following observations.
The rear arm is not a tilt design. Only lift slightly when sliding wiper out or you will damage something. Press locking tab down and wiggle blade left and right before pulling right and releasing blade from tang. Do NOT snap the wiper arm into glass.

Reuse plastic pivot bracket. I used a flathead to carefully pry because Bosch has videos showing snapping out from joint. Plastic will break guaranteed so this is the hardest part. Installing, I was so paranoid that I lubed the ears before snapping new wiper back in. IMHO, the Bosch takes a lot more force to click in so lay the bracket on a piece of cardboard and center nipples before snapping in. Engage new wiper into tang and make sure locked. I noticed a gap in the contour of the rubber wiper and wasn't sure this will go away when it settles. Good luck and be extremely careful as NOT to break things.

[ccs368]

The Bosch p/n A332H rear wiper fits and suitable replacement for the rear BMW OE wiper blade. There are subtle differences where the fronts seem identical.

Here are my following observations.
The rear arm is not a tilt design. Only lift slightly when sliding wiper out or you will damage something. Press locking tab down and wiggle blade left and right before pulling right and releasing blade from tang. Do NOT snap the wiper arm into glass.

Reuse plastic pivot bracket. I used a flathead to carefully pry because Bosch has videos showing snapping out from joint. Plastic will break guaranteed so this is the hardest part. Installing, I was so paranoid that I lubed the ears before snapping new wiper back in. IMHO, the Bosch takes a lot more force to click in so lay the bracket on a piece of cardboard and center nipples before snapping in. Engage new wiper into tang and make sure locked. I noticed a gap in the contour of the rubber wiper and wasn't sure this will go away when it settles. Good luck and be extremely careful as NOT to break things.

[richiro]

Originally Posted by ccs368

The Bosch p/n A332H rear wiper fits and suitable replacement for the rear BMW OE wiper blade. There are subtle differences where the fronts seem identical.

Here are my following observations.
The rear arm is not a tilt design. Only lift slightly when sliding wiper out or you will damage something. Press locking tab down and wiggle blade left and right before pulling right and releasing blade from tang. Do NOT snap the wiper arm into glass.

Reuse plastic pivot bracket. I used a flathead to carefully pry because Bosch has videos showing snapping out from joint. Plastic will break guaranteed so this is the hardest part. Installing, I was so paranoid that I lubed the ears before snapping new wiper back in. IMHO, the Bosch takes a lot more force to click in so lay the bracket on a piece of cardboard and center nipples before snapping in. Engage new wiper into tang and make sure locked. I noticed a gap in the contour of the rubber wiper and wasn't sure this will go away when it settles. Good luck and be extremely careful as NOT to break things.

Oh I had assumed you installed the front set.

I can’t find anything that verifies fitment for the U11 X1 LHD

[ccs368]

The OE fronts are identical to the Bosch replacements, p/n 3397007945 aka A 945 S series. Just hold the square release and wiggle blade left and right and finally towards the direction away from arm. Same as rear, you need to hold the tensioned arm and not let it go and hit the windshield.

[richiro]

Originally Posted by ccs368

The OE fronts are identical to the Bosch replacements, p/n 3397007945 aka A 945 S series. Just hold the square release and wiggle blade left and right and finally towards the direction away from arm. Same as rear, you need to hold the tensioned arm and not let it go and hit the windshield.

Thanks for that, got a set on finally. Can confirm this part number fits for at least 23-24 X1