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Deactivate the rain sensor, refer to page 71,
to avoid unintentional wiper activation.
Car washes
Notes
In some cases, an unintentional alarm can be
triggeredbytheinteriormotionsensorofthe
alarm system*. Follow the instructions on
avoiding an unintentional alarm, refer to
page 44.
Steam jets or high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, hold them a sufficient distance away
and use a maximum temperature of 140 ℉/
60 ℃.
Guide rails in car washes
Avoid car washes with guide rails higher
than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the vehicle body
could be damaged.◀
Holding them too close or using excessively
high pressures or temperatures can cause dam‐
age or preliminary damage that may then lead to
long-term damage.
Before driving into a car wash
The vehicle is able to roll when the following
steps are taken:
Follow the operating instructions for the high-
pressure washer.◀
Cleaning sensors/cameras with high-
pressure washers
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Engage transmission position N.
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the exterior sensors and cameras, e.g.,
Park Distance Control*, for extended periods of
time and only from a distance of at least 12 in/
30 cm.◀
3. Release the parking brake, refer to page 66,
or deactivate Automatic Hold, refer to
page 68.
4. Switch the engine off.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in win‐
ter.
Transmission position P with the igni‐
tion off
Intense soiling and road salt can damage the ve‐
hicle.
When the ignition is switched off, position P
is engaged automatically. When in an auto‐
matic car wash, for example, ensure that the
ignition is not switched off accidentally.◀
Washing in automatic car washes
Your vehicle can be washed in automatic car
washes right from the start.
The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside
when in transmission position N.
Give preference to cloth car washes or those
that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint
damage.
A signal is sounded when an attempt is made to
lock the vehicle.
Transmission position
Transmission position P is engaged automati‐
cally:
Notes
Note the following:
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Make sure that the wheels and tires are not
damaged by the transport mechanisms.
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When the ignition is switched off.
After approx. 15 minutes.
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Fold in the exterior mirrors; otherwise, they
may be damaged, depending on the width of
the vehicle.
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wear and premature degradation of the leather
surface.
Headlamps
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Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
caustic cleansers.
To guard against discoloration, such as from
clothing, provide leather care roughly every two
months.
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Soak areas that have been soiled e.g. due to
insects, with shampoo and wash off with
water.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently as
dust and dirt are more noticeable.
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Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and
grease will gradually break down the protective
layer of the leather surface.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action can
be reduced and corrosion of the brake discs can
occur.
Suitable care products are available from the
service center.
Upholstery material care
Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner.
If they are very dirty, e.g., beverage stains, use a
soft sponge or microfiber cloth with a suitable
interior cleaner.
Vehicle care
Car care products
Clean the upholstery down to the seams using
large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐
terial vigorously.
BMW recommends using cleaning and care
products from BMW, since these have been
tested and approved.
Damage from Velcro® fasteners
Car care and cleaning products
Open Velcro® fasteners on pants or other
articles of clothing can damage the seat covers.
Ensure that any Velcro® fasteners are closed.◀
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
Caring for special components
Light-alloy wheels
Use wheel cleaner, particularly during the winter
months. Do not use aggressive, acidic, strongly
alkaline or abrasive cleaners, or steam jets
above 140 ℉/60 ℃; follow the manufacturer's
instructions.
Cleansers can contain substances that are dan‐
gerous and harmful to your health.◀
Vehicle paint
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention.
Environmental influences can act on the vehicle
paint. Tailor the frequency and extent of your car
care to these influences.
Chrome surfaces*
Carefully clean components such as the radiator
grille or door handles with an ample supply of
water, possibly with shampoo added, particu‐
larly when they have been exposed to road salt.
Leather care
Remove dust from the leather often, using a
cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Rubber components
Aside from water, treat only with rubber cleans‐
ers.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased
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When cleaning rubber seals, do not use any sil‐
icon-containing car care products in order to
avoid damage or reduced noise damping.
Floor carpets and floor mats*
No objects in the area around the pedals
Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other
objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;
otherwise, the function of the pedals could be
impeded while driving
Fine wood parts*
Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐
nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a soft
cloth.
Do not place additional floor mats over existing
mats or other objects.
Only use floor mats that have been approved for
the vehicle and can be properly fixed in place.
Plastic components
These include:
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened
again after they were removed for cleaning, for
example.◀
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Imitation leather surfaces.
Headliner.
Lamp lenses.
Floor mats can be removed from the passenger
compartment for cleaning.
Instrument cluster cover.
Matte black spray-coated components.
If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a
microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner. To
prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and forth
in the direction of travel only.
Clean with a microfiber cloth.
Moisten the cloth lightly and use plastic
cleanser, if necessary.
Do not soak the headliner.
Sensors/cameras
To clean sensors and cameras, use a cloth mois‐
tened with a small amount of glass cleaner.
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol
or solvents
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or sol‐
vents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty
grease removers, fuel, or such; this could lead to
surface damage.◀
Displays/screens
Clean the displays with a microfiber cloth.
Cleaning displays
Do not use chemical or household cleans‐
ers.
Safety belts
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
thus have a negative impact on safety.
Keep all fluids and moisture away from the unit.
Otherwise, they could affect or damage surfa‐
ces or electrical components.
Chemical cleaning
Do not clean chemically; this can destroy
the webbing.◀
Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning and do
not use abrasive materials; otherwise, damage
can result.◀
Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety
belts clipped into their buckles.
Do not allow the reels to retract the safety belts
until they are dry.
Long-term vehicle storage
Your service center can advise you on what to
consider when storing the vehicle for longer
than three months.
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