Volkswagen Beetle Mk3 5C Windscreen Wiper Arm Front Left N/S 5C2955409

Description

Volkswagen Beetle Mk3 5C Windscreen Wiper Arm Front Left N/S is an original component from the Wiper Arms group, designed for operation on the front windscreen on the passenger side (N/S). It ensures stable guidance of the wiper blade, which translates into a clear field of vision and safe vehicle operation in various weather conditions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-5C2955409
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5C2955409
• Substitutable numbers: 5C2955409, 5C2 955 409
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Category: Wiper Arms

Purpose and function in the wiper system

The presented arm is dedicated for installation on the front windscreen on the left side in the third-generation Volkswagen Beetle model (5C designation). It is responsible for the precise transfer of movement from the wiper mechanism to the blade, maintaining proper pressure against the glass and the correct operating angle, which reduces streaking and improves cleaning efficiency.

The original design ensures compatibility with the factory wiper system geometry, maintaining the proper wiping area of the windscreen and ensuring the mechanism’s operation remains smooth and predictable.

Construction and fitment for the Volkswagen Beetle Mk3

The arm has been designed specifically for the Beetle Mk3 platform, taking into account the shape of the windscreen, the position of the wiper axis, and the characteristic body line. The appropriately selected length and profile of the arm allow for:

• stable guidance of the blade along the arc of the windscreen,
• maintaining even pressure along the entire working length,
• minimizing vibrations and noise during wiper operation.

Thanks to its factory origin, the component is compatible with the original Volkswagen wiper mechanism, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of incorrect positioning of the blade’s rest position.

Benefits of using an original wiper arm

Using an original arm in the Volkswagen Beetle Mk3 translates into a number of practical operational benefits:

• Stable wiper system operation – proper transfer of torque from the mechanism to the blade, without play or unwanted deformations.
• Better visibility in rain and snow – correct blade pressure against the glass reduces the formation of uncleared zones.
• Reduced wiper blade wear – correct operating geometry reduces uneven rubber abrasion.
• Aesthetic fit to the bodywork – the arm maintains the line and angle of setting consistent with the factory design.

This solution is particularly recommended when replacing a damaged, bent, or corroded arm, when you want to maintain the factory operating parameters of the wiper system.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered wiper arm is a used component, sourced from dismantling. Such components are frequently chosen by users who are looking for original parts at a reasonable price while maintaining compliance with the vehicle’s factory specifications. Used wiper arms are a practical alternative to aftermarket replacements of unknown origin, especially in the case of specific models such as the Beetle Mk3.

Expanding the wiper system in your Volkswagen

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front windscreen area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as additional arms, mounts, or components working with the blades, check out the available parts in the Volkswagen Wiper Arms category.

For a comparison of solutions used in the premium segment and a broader perspective on parts from dismantling, you can read an article describing the advantages of original used components for the Mercedes-Benz brand: Used parts for Mercedes – original parts from dismantling.