Description
The Mini Cooper / One R50 R55 R56 LCI Front Windshield Wiper Arm is an original part from the wiper arms category, designed for the front windshield. Manufactured by Mini, it ensures stable blade guidance, even pressure against the glass, and predictable wiper system operation. This is a practical choice for users seeking a part that meets factory Mini standards.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: rhd-7248408
- Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 7248408
- Substitutable numbers: 61617248408, 7248408, 61618229199, 8229199, 80005596
- Location on the vehicle: Front
- Category: Wiper Arms
Purpose and Fitment for Mini
This arm has been developed for Mini Cooper and One models of the R50, R55, and R56 (LCI – facelift) generations, intended for installation on the front windshield. The design is based on the manufacturer’s factory specifications, facilitating its fitment with the wiper mechanism and its mounting on the splined shaft or drive spindle.
Its original Mini origin helps maintain the correct blade working geometry, contributing to clear driver visibility and proper interaction with the factory wiper mechanism and tension spring.
Construction and Performance Parameters
The Mini front windshield wiper arm is constructed as a rigid metal assembly with a specially shaped working section that guides the wiper blade across the glass. The employed profile ensures:
- stable blade guidance at higher driving speeds,
- even pressure along the entire working length,
- reduced vibration and skipping of the blade on the windshield,
- correct working angle relative to the glass surface.
The entire assembly is prepared to work with typical wiper blades used in these Mini models, simplifying the subsequent replacement of the blades themselves without affecting the arm.
Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Choosing a Used Part
This component comes from the secondary market and is offered as a used Mini part, allowing for a reasonable purchase cost while maintaining factory specifications. The arm retains the functionality necessary for safe operation on the front windshield, and its construction remains compliant with the vehicle manufacturer’s requirements.
Choosing an original, used wiper arm is particularly beneficial when you prioritize:
- maintaining factory fitment with the wiper mechanism,
- avoiding issues with blade working geometry,
- preserving consistency with other wiper system components,
- optimizing repair or service costs.
If you are considering whether to opt for a new or used part, the following guide article may be helpful: Car Parts – New or Used? A Comparison of Cost, Quality, and Durability, which discusses the practical aspects of such a choice.
Installation and Daily Driving Operation
The Mini front windshield wiper arm is designed for installation at the factory mounting point on the vehicle. By retaining the original geometry, it allows for correct positioning of the wiper blade’s rest position and its full working range on the windshield after installation.
After installing the arm, it is advisable to pay attention to:
- proper seating on the drive spindle,
- appropriate tightening of the mounting,
- selection of a wiper blade that complies with the recommendations for the specific Mini model,
- checking the wiping path on both dry and wet windshields.
A wiper system prepared in this way ensures clear visibility in rain, directly contributing to driving comfort and safety.
Other Mini Wiper Arms
If you are also looking for other Mini wiper arms for different body styles or the other side of the vehicle, check out the Mini wiper arms available in our store to find a part that matches your specific model and application.
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