logo

BMW X3 Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(488)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

See availability

Customer Ratings

(488)

Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement Service

How much does a Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a BMW X3 Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement is $368 with $228 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2018 BMW X3L4-2.0L TurboService typeWindshield Wiper Motor - Front ReplacementEstimate$1146.72Shop/Dealer Price$1398.25 - $2144.74
2007 BMW X3L6-3.0LService typeWindshield Wiper Motor - Front ReplacementEstimate$883.53Shop/Dealer Price$1017.87 - $1402.09
2015 BMW X3L4-2.0L TurboService typeWindshield Wiper Motor - Rear ReplacementEstimate$1090.53Shop/Dealer Price$1329.92 - $2040.76
2017 BMW X3L4-2.0L TurboService typeWindshield Wiper Motor - Rear ReplacementEstimate$1090.53Shop/Dealer Price$1328.52 - $2038.32
2012 BMW X3L6-3.0LService typeWindshield Wiper Motor - Rear ReplacementEstimate$1090.53Shop/Dealer Price$1332.49 - $2045.27
2013 BMW X3L6-3.0L TurboService typeWindshield Wiper Motor - Front ReplacementEstimate$1178.12Shop/Dealer Price$1419.85 - $2132.46
2006 BMW X3L6-2.5LService typeWindshield Wiper Motor - Rear ReplacementEstimate$1102.43Shop/Dealer Price$1344.82 - $2064.61
2013 BMW X3L6-3.0L TurboService typeWindshield Wiper Motor - Rear ReplacementEstimate$1090.53Shop/Dealer Price$1329.92 - $2040.76
Show example BMW X3 Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement prices

What is the windshield wiper motor and how does it work?

The windshield wiper motor is a small electric motor. A shaft coming out of the motor connects to a linkage/transmission assembly that converts the rotary shaft movement of the motor to the linear, back-and-forth motion of the wiper arms across the windshield. In addition to the windshield wiper motor in the front, some SUVs, vans, hatchbacks and station wagons have an additional wiper motor mounted in the tailgate to keep the rear window clear.

When to consider replacing the windshield wiper motor?

  • No wiper function at all. Windshield wiper motors can fail, but prior to replacing the motor, the mechanic will check its power supply.
  • Wipers don’t park in the down position. There is an internal switch in the wiper motor that keeps the motor powered after you have shut it off to ensure the wipers park in the right spot. If that switch fails, the wiper motor must be repaired or replaced.
  • Erratic or slow wiper operation. If the electric motor or the transmission have worn excessively, you might experience erratic, intermittent, or slow wiper operation.
  • Grinding or clunking noises. Excessive wear in the motor transmission or wiper linkages may cause noise. A mechanic will determine the cause of the noise before performing repairs.

How do mechanics replace the windshield wiper motor?

  • Remove the cowl and any covers over the wiper motor and transmission assembly.
  • Remove the plug harness to the motor and disconnect the wiper transmission arm from the wiper motor.
  • Remove the bolts holding the motor and transmission assembly to the body of the car.
  • Install the new motor. The plug harness is usually keyed so it can only be inserted in one direction. If not, the proper polarity must be observed. Bolt the motor to the car body.
  • Cycle the motor several times by turning it on and off to establish the park position, then re-attach the linkage transmission assembly to the wiper motor.
  • Install all covers, cowling, and so forth and test operation of the motor on a wetted glass only.

Is it safe to drive with a windshield wiper motor problem?

Yes. So long as the weather is clear and there is no rain, snow, or ice, it is safe. However, if the wiper motor is not functioning properly driving in adverse weather conditions is quite risky and may even be impossible in heavy rain, which will often completely obscure your view through the windshield. Due to the unpredictability of the weather, it is always best to have the windshield wiper system in good working order.

When replacing the windshield wiper motor keep in mind:

  • Never turn on the wipers if the windshield wiper blades are frozen to the windshield or their path is blocked by snow or ice.
  • When the wiper motor is replaced, all the linkages in the wiper system should be lubricated.
  • The rubber inserts in the wiper arm have a lifetime of about 1 to 2 years. Replacing the inserts regularly will make it safer to drive in adverse weather.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee

Number of BMW X3 services completed
5368+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT BMW MECHANICS
1200+
experts on our platform
Yourmechanic was featured in

New York Times NBC CBS Forbes INC Tech Crunch

Learn more about us

Meet some of our expert BMW mechanics

Real customer reviews from BMW owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(488)
Rating Summary
454
16
2
4
12
454
16
2
4
12

Jonathan

36 years of experience
522 reviews
Request Jonathan
Jonathan
36 years of experience
Request Jonathan
by Daniel
BMW X3 L6-2.5L - Brake Pads Replacement (Front, Rear) - Clearwater, Florida
Very good experience; seems to be good knowledgeable mechanic.

Rigoberto

12 years of experience
739 reviews
Request Rigoberto
Rigoberto
12 years of experience
Request Rigoberto
by Edward
BMW X3 L6-3.0L - Brake System Flush - Glenview, Illinois
Great guy and good mechanic

Attila

20 years of experience
1104 reviews
Request Attila
Attila
20 years of experience
Request Attila
by Randall
BMW X3 L4-2.0L Turbo - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Maplewood, New Jersey
Attila was everything that I had hoped for when I booked a mechanic and more. I was buying a used vehicle with heavy mileage. It was clean and ran smoothly, but I wanted a deeper level of evaluation of the vehicle before closing the deal. He arrived five minutes early, was pleasant, didn’t rush through anything, answered every question that I had while conducting his inspection and even gave me some tips for future maintenance. He spent a good solid hour doing everything from checking mirrors to mechanics to heat, etc. He used the test drive as his final step to confirm his observations/conclusions about the vehicle’s condition. I came away feeling great about the purchase and his demeanor and thorough review helped to alleviate any anxiety that I may have have beforehand. I will use this service again and recommend it to others.

Theodore

17 years of experience
1794 reviews
Request Theodore
Theodore
17 years of experience
Request Theodore
by evert
BMW X3 L6-3.0L - Brake light is not working - Bothell, Washington
Great guy. Helped me a lot, and knows his business.

Excellent Rating

(488)
Rating Summary
454
16
2
4
12
454
16
2
4
12
Number of BMW X3 services completed
5368+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT BMW MECHANICS
1200+
experts on our platform
Yourmechanic was featured in

New York Times NBC CBS Forbes INC Tech Crunch

Learn more about us

Recent articles & questions

How to Safely Drive Your Car When It’s Raining
Driving in rainy weather means giving the road your full attention, ensuring you have good tires, and your windshield wipers are effective.
Read more
P0352 OBD-II Trouble Code: Ignition Coil B Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
P0352 code definition Ignition Coil B Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction What the P0352 code means The last digit in this particular trouble code...
Read more
A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Suzuki Equator
While While the Equator is a truck very similar to others in its class – and is built on the same platform as the popular Nissan Frontier – it suffers from a lack of name recognition as well as the...
Read more

How does power steering affect a car’s handling?

When considering the effects of power steering on a vehicle's handling it is important to realize that there are several types of power steering systems used in today's automobiles. While most vehicles in the past used a type of steering...
Read more

Hit deer; car overheating

Hitting a deer can do a lot of damage to a vehicle and from the looks of it, your Pontiac G6 took quite the hit. The overheating being experienced is due to the broken radiator. I would recommend calling your...
Read more

Why does my Car jerks when put from park to drive

Hi there. In most cases when the car lunges or jerks when you shift into gear, it's due to mechanical gears not properly aligning or components in the driveline system (such as driveshaft, input and output shafts) being loose or...
Read more
  1. Home
  2. Estimates
  3. BMW
  4. X3
  5. Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com

Read FAQ
GET A QUOTE