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Vehicle care
Vehicle features and options
NOTICE
When washing with an open charging socket
flap, the charging socket can be damaged.
There is a risk of damage to property. Close
the charging socket flap before washing.
Clean dirt behind the charging socket flap
with a cloth.
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Steam-jet cleaner and high
pressure cleaner
Washing the vehicle
General information
Regularly remove foreign objects such as
leaves or snow in the area below the wind-
shield.
Safety information
NOTICE
When using high-pressure cleaners, compo-
nents can be damaged due to the pressure
or high temperatures or because an insuffi-
cient distance was maintained. There is a risk
of property damage. Maintain sufficient dis-
tance and do not spray too long continuously.
Follow the operating instructions for the high
pressure cleaners.
Wash the vehicle frequently, particularly in win-
ter. Intense contamination and road salt can
damage the vehicle.
Additional information:
Fold-out position of the wipers, refer to
page 167.
Safety information
Distances and temperature
Warning
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Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃.
Contact with live components can lead to an
electric shock. High voltage is present at the
charging connection. There is a risk of injury
or danger to life.
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Minimum distance from sensors, cameras,
seals and lights: 12 inches/30 cm.
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Minimum distance from glass sunroof:
31.5 in/80 cm.
It is recommended that work on the charg-
ing connection, for example cleaning, is per-
formed by an authorized service center or an-
other qualified service center or repair shop.
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Driving into a car wash
Automatic car washes or car
washes
NOTICE
Safety information
Selector lever position P is automatically en-
gaged when standby state is switched off.
The wheels are blocked. There is a risk of
property damage. Do not switch off standby
if the vehicle is meant to coast, e.g., in a car
wash.
NOTICE
Using a car wash with high pressure washers
may result in water penetration of window
areas. There is a risk of property damage.
Do not drive into high-pressure car wash sys-
tems.
In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll
freely.
Some car washes do not permit persons in the
vehicle. The vehicle cannot be locked from the
outside when in selector lever position N. A
signal sounds when an attempt is made to lock
the vehicle.
NOTICE
Improper use of automatic car washes can
cause damage to the vehicle. There is a risk
of property damage. Follow the following in-
structions:
Additional information:
Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to
page 126.
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Give preference to cloth car washes or
those that use soft brushes in order to
avoid paint damage.
Driving out of a car wash
Ensure that the vehicle key is in the car.
Turn on drive-ready state.
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Note the permissible vehicle dimensions
for the car wash.
Do not drive through a car wash with
guide rails higher than 4 in/10 cm to
avoid damage to the body.
Additional information:
Drive-ready state, refer to page 47.
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Observe the tire width of the guide rail to
avoid damage to tires and rims.
Lights
Fold in exterior mirrors to avoid damage
to the exterior mirrors.
Do not rub wet lights dry and do not use
abrasive or acidic cleaning agents or cleaning
agents containing alcohol.
Deactivate the wiper and, if necessary,
rain sensor to avoid damage to the win-
dow wiper system.
Soak areas that have been dirtied, for instance
from insects, with auto shampoo and wash off
with water.
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Take off all removable attachments, e.g.,
antennas.
Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an ice
scraper.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them. Otherwise, their braking
effect may be reduced. The heat generated
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while braking dries brake disks and brake pads
and protects them against corrosion.
prevent the finish from being altered or discol-
ored.
Completely remove all residues on the win-
dows to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and
wiper blade wear.
Matte paintwork
Only use cleaning and care products suitable
for vehicles with matte paintwork.
Plastic wrap
Use only cleaning and care products that are
suitable for vehicles with a plastic wrap.
Vehicle care
Vehicle care products
Leather care
Remove dust from the leather regularly, using
a cloth or vacuum cleaner.
General information
BMW recommends using vehicle care and
cleaning agents from BMW. Suitable vehicle
care products are available from an authorized
service center or another qualified service cen-
ter or repair shop.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to heavy
abrasion and premature degradation of the
leather surface.
To guard against discoloration such as from
clothing, clean leather and provide leather care
roughly every two months.
Safety information
Warning
Clean light-colored leather more frequently be-
cause contamination on such surfaces is sub-
stantially more visible.
Cleaning agents can contain substances that
are dangerous and harmful to your health.
There is a risk of injury and risk of property
damage. When cleaning the interior, open the
doors or windows. Only use cleaning agents
that are intended for cleaning the respective
component. Follow the instructions on the
packaging.
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and
grease will gradually break down the protective
coating of the leather surface.
Remove aggressive substances, e.g.,
sunscreen, immediately to prevent alterations
or discolorations of the leather.
Synthetic leather care
Clean synthetic leather regularly with a damp
microfiber cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Vehicle paintwork
General information
Otherwise, dust and road grime particles will
rub into pores and folds, causing significant
abrasion and premature degradation of the
surface.
Regular vehicle care contributes to driving
safety and value retention. Environmental in-
fluences in areas with elevated air pollution
or natural contaminants such as tree resin or
pollen can affect the vehicle paintwork. Tailor
the frequency and extent of the vehicle care to
these influences.
In case of major soiling, use a moist soft
sponge or microfiber cloth with suitable interior
cleaners.
Corrosive substances such as grease or bird
droppings must be removed immediately to
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