Original BMW Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir for BMW E46 3 Series and Z4 (1999–2008)

Built for cars without headlight washers, this Original BMW windshield washer fluid reservoir holds the fluid that the washer pump sends to the windshield nozzles on the E46 3 Series and the E85 and E86 Z4. BMW names it the windshield cleaning container, rates it as a 5-liter tank, and gives its weight as 409 grams. It entered BMW production in February 2001 and replaces the earlier number 61-66-8-362-808, which BMW marks as exchangeable retrospectively, so it also fits the 1999 and 2000 cars that left the factory with the older tank. It is made in Germany and drops into the stock location under the hood.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

The main split to watch is the headlight cleaning system. This tank serves cars with windshield washing only and does not work on BMWs equipped with headlight washers, which use a different reservoir. A cracked or punctured tank usually shows itself as washer fluid on the engine bay floor or a level that drops quickly after every refill. Check the connected lines too, since a leak there produces the same fast-emptying reservoir.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW, Original BMW part made in Germany
• Part number: 61-66-7-007-970
• BMW part name: windshield cleaning container
• Capacity designation: 5 L
• Weight: 409 g (0.9 lb)
• Production start: February 2001
• Replaces: 61-66-8-362-808, interchangeable with earlier cars
• Sold individually
• Warranty: 24 months on Original BMW Parts

Common Questions

Will this fit my E46 with headlight washers?
No. It is for cars with windshield washing only.

My 1999 328i had a different part number. Will this fit?
Yes. It supersedes 61-66-8-362-808, and BMW marks the change as backward compatible.

Fitment & Compatibility

Use the fitment table below to confirm the exact year, make, model, submodel, and any application notes before ordering. With over 20 years of parts and fitment experience, PMB Performance can match this to your VIN.