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How to top up screen wash on a BMW 7 Series

The 7 Series is the flagship saloon of the purveyor of the so-called Ultimate Driving Machine, however, you may find yourself in need of windscreen washer fluid while driving this luxurious BMW. We show you how to refill the windscreen washer reservoir in this Bavarian bahnstormer

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As a symbol of luxury and cutting-edge technology, the BMW 7 Series is an iconic machine owned by those who value effortless power and absolute comfort. Despite these products often being under the brand’s famous MotorPlan, you may find the need to refill its windscreen washer fluid periodically.

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Refilling the windscreen washer reservoir in what is otherwise an electronically and mechanically complex machine is rather simple. 

You will need:

  • BMW-approved washer fluid 
  • Distilled water

 

Let's do it!

1.Open the bonnet

2.Locate the washer reservoir filler cap which is a blue cap located on the top left hand side of the engine bay once you’ve opened the bonnet.

3.Fill with washer fluid and dilute with water.

 

4.Close cap and test by activating your windscreen washer.

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Author - Sean Nurse

Written by Sean Nurse

With a lifelong passion for cars, bikes, and motorsport, Sean knew that attaining a degree in journalism would allow him to pursue his passion, which was to be a motoring journalist. After graduating in 2012, Sean was awarded a bursary from the SAGMJ which allowed him to work for a variety of motoring publications. This was a dream come true for Sean, and after a year of gaining vital industry experience, he was hired as a motoring journalist at a local newspaper and worked his way up to editor. In 2020, Sean joined the AutoTrader team and counts himself lucky to wake up and genuinely love what he does for a living.Read more

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