How I Fixed the Rear Wiper Motor on My E39 Touring (Trunk Lid Open Fault!)

[@722garage9]

This video just saved me around €300 in time at the garage. Thank you. My e39 Touring had the same issue and fixed it by adjusting the mechanism.

[@TheBimmerBarn]

Nice! Yeah I'm so mad at how long I had that issue and all it needed was adjustment 😅 thanks for watching!

[@keszhardened2199]

omg thank you so much, ive been trying to fix for 2 years .. and the whole time all i had to do is just to unscrew the latch so it closes all the way.. you are a legend

[@NateKoontz]

This is the exact problem my touring has so I’m checking that out once I have time. Thank you for making this video!

[@andrewstephenson584]

I'm glad I'm not the only one who likes rear wipers. Drives me nuts when I see someone not using theirs on a rainy day. Hahaha. Hopefully buying my first e39 wagon soon. I have had a sedan before and loved it. Also an e28 and a x5 e53 I believe. Keep the videos coming. New subscriber!

[@henrikmakinen2344]

Thanks!! I recently installed a 2nd seal to my window, perhaps that's why the switch won't actuate, can't wait to try this tomorrow.

[@seiyaa6984]

Thank you very much, I had the same issue, you saved me so much time and money ! :)

[@nathandrel]

My arm is not moving when glass is opened… I see that my problem is waaaay deeper than I thought xD. Great vid man, will inspect this latach in my rear window to check if this is the case in my e39

[@andrewliaw601]

Great helpful video ! Thank you :)... My e39 2001 wagon rear wiper generally won't work, but once in a while will actually wipe and gets stuck in mid wipe-stroke and stays like that , no matter what i do with the wiper switch at the steering wheel. I also have that "TRUNK LID OPEN" message displayed for few seconds when i first drive off on most trips, ...then the message disappears for the rest of trip! So maybe my motor is still ok (??). I'll try what you say . Please advise how do you make the striker "come out" ? -Just unscrew it Counterclockwise? Thanks !

[@marcioreis2648]

Thanks for the video. I'm sure it helped a lot of people. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Eddiesv]

tried turning mine but it's just stuck solid, threw some pb blaster on it hopefully it loosens up enough to remove it tomorrow

[@Bassalass]

Cheers man got my m5it up and running too.. cannot figure out why only the passenger corner celis lights up.. the brake lights emit but the other 3 celis do not.. assuming wiring harness has corroded over time. It worked this summer, but now its a little damp.. I even swapped out new tail. getting discouraged.. if you have any input let me know thanks .

[@TheBimmerBarn]

Sounds like you have the facelift tail lights with LED and they aren't working correctly? I'm not sure exactly, would recommend checking fuses, wiring, connectors, and worst case the light control module could be bad. Good luck mate, congrats on joining the M5 Touring club!

[@bmw_e39_schraubbaer]

Dear Chris, I like your Videos and you speak very clear english. Your manipulation point in your speedometer can you fix with BMW Scanner V1.4, it means your VIN and odometer from speedometer and LCM does not match. Greetings from Germany

[@TheBimmerBarn]

Yes, I'll make a different video showing how to fix it! Thanks for watching :)

[@macf1040]

The manipulation point is on on your instruments. Means: it was messed with your milage

[@tomek860]

I was hoping you would show how to replace the tailgate open button and how to fix the rear wiper stuck. It is a real problem to do it as the wiper axle is made of aluminium and it gets corroded often. Another pro tip: should you ever need to replace the tailgate glass, pre face lift glass is not interchangeble with face lifted models due to latch difference. However, it is possibile to replace the whole set - rear trunk and tailgate.

[@TheBimmerBarn]

I'll mess with my parts car and maybe make another video!

[@tomek860]

@@TheBimmerBarn i've done some research and there isn't a single video on this :)

[@ilyld2003]

Great video! Great info, thanks for the detail! Awesome !!!

[@540idioT]

any tips for testing why the button for the tailgate glass might not work?

[@TheBimmerBarn]

Best thing is to use INPA or a scanner to read if the button is being pressed or not. I'd also recommend inspecting the wire harness that is routed next to the trunk struts, as those tend to pinch and cause electrical issues. Good luck!

[@tomek860]

The tailgate switch is a simple button mounted on a flexible PCB strip. Usually it gets corroded or damaged, PCB layers are splitting. You might need to replace the open button. It might be a real pain on your lower back.

[@marcioreis2648]

Hey Chris, did you do a video on replacing the trunk open switch ? If not can you do one ? Thank you in advance. Btw your videos help a lot.

[@TheBimmerBarn]

Thanks! And I'll see about making one soon as mine breaks 😂 or sooner

[@marcioreis2648]

@@TheBimmerBarn Thanks. Mine stopped working 😂😂😂.

[@elvisfacey4605]

Did you fix the rear hatch?.

[@TheBimmerBarn]

Yeah! Finally it closes without leaving a "Trunk lid open" fault 👌

[@luckgrip252]

Sadly I'm not able to see the quality differences because of the quality that my internet allows me to watch at 🤣 720p60 is the max from time to time. Mainly I'm sitting at 480p.

[@dunduks3938]

Man, at least you can open your window, mine is glued and the wiper is for decor

[@TheBimmerBarn]

Lmao! Time to just buy a whole rear trunk door

[@dunduks3938]

@@TheBimmerBarn Just did! This one at least doesnt have any rust holes! 😆

[@beltowski7094]

My e 39 touring has the same issue as your car.

[@gustavocobra77]

Lol. Relay. Same here

[@TheBimmerBarn]

lol these cars love throwing a good curveball

[@CarBoreBoy]

this video but without the incessantly repeated phrase 'go ahead and'.