Windshield cowl replacement

Bay23 · 07-26-2021, 10:42 AM

Anyone replace a windshield cowl and had issues with it sitting flush? I have one section that won't sit flush against the windshield. I've tried adjusting and pushing up on it to get the latch to grab hold but no luck.

CajunBMW · 07-26-2021, 11:02 AM

I had to do this many times with old e46 bmw. So far for 3 years I have not had a problem with my f30. But yes many of the replacements sat up and only with time became more flush. The sun had a magic role in both causing it sit down and seal better and in destroying it. I had the e46 for 15 years and found the cowl had to be replaced every 3-4 years.

M Smurf · 07-26-2021, 03:53 PM

I just replaced mine a few months ago bought from FCP Euro. No issues, FWIW

Bay23 · 07-26-2021, 10:34 PM

I purchased mine through FCP Euro as well. It's weird it's just that one spot I realize now it's difficult to tell in the pictures that it's raised up lol

joesid · 07-27-2021, 08:16 AM

I'd try weighing it down with something and letting it sit in the sun. Maybe a 3lb hand weight or something.

WallySlash · 07-30-2021, 09:56 PM

I am replacing mine as soon as the replacement arrives. I have a wiper blade puller however how do I ensure the arms go back in the correct spot. Mark it on the windshield? Or do the splines on the post and blade arm match up a certain way?

Bay23 · 07-31-2021, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by WallySlash

I am replacing mine as soon as the replacement arrives. I have a wiper blade puller however how do I ensure the arms go back in the correct spot. Mark it on the windshield? Or do the splines on the post and blade arm match up a certain way?

I would mark it before hand to make it easier. I just eyeballed mine to the correct spot

07-26-2021, 10:42 AM	#1
Bay23 New Member 6 Rep 25 Posts Drives: 2016 BMW 340i xDrive Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Florida iTrader: (1)	Windshield cowl replacement Anyone replace a windshield cowl and had issues with it sitting flush? I have one section that won't sit flush against the windshield. I've tried adjusting and pushing up on it to get the latch to grab hold but no luck. Attached Images
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CajunBMW Lieutenant Colonel 1289 Rep 1,641 Posts Drives: BMW 340i and X1, Chrysler Van Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Shreveport, LA iTrader: (0)	I had to do this many times with old e46 bmw. So far for 3 years I have not had a problem with my f30. But yes many of the replacements sat up and only with time became more flush. The sun had a magic role in both causing it sit down and seal better and in destroying it. I had the e46 for 15 years and found the cowl had to be replaced every 3-4 years.
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M Smurf Lieutenant 157 Rep 425 Posts Drives: 2013 328i M Sport Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Minneapolis, MN iTrader: (1)	I just replaced mine a few months ago bought from FCP Euro. No issues, FWIW __________________ 2013 328i M Sport, Estoril Blue, Venetian Beige, Walnut trim, 8AT, Premium, Cold Weather, Lighting, Technology, Navigation, Driver Assistance, HK Sound
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Bay23 New Member 6 Rep 25 Posts Drives: 2016 BMW 340i xDrive Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Florida iTrader: (1)	I purchased mine through FCP Euro as well. It's weird it's just that one spot I realize now it's difficult to tell in the pictures that it's raised up lol
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07-27-2021, 08:16 AM	#5
joesid Private First Class 80 Rep 180 Posts Drives: 2016 BMW 340i xDrive Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Washington, DC iTrader: (0)	I'd try weighing it down with something and letting it sit in the sun. Maybe a 3lb hand weight or something.
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WallySlash Private First Class 96 Rep 153 Posts Drives: 2014 428xi Sport Line Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Keller, TX iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 BMW 428xi [9.00]	I am replacing mine as soon as the replacement arrives. I have a wiper blade puller however how do I ensure the arms go back in the correct spot. Mark it on the windshield? Or do the splines on the post and blade arm match up a certain way?
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