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Vehicle care
MOBILITY
Vehicle care
Steam-jet cleaner and high
pressure cleaner
Vehicle features and options
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.
Safety information
NOTICE
Additional information:
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.
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Washing the vehicle
General information
Regularly remove foreign objects such as
leaves or snow in the area below the wind-
shield.
Distances and temperature
Wash the vehicle frequently, particularly in win-
ter. Intense contamination and road salt can
damage the vehicle.
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Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃.
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Minimum distance from sensors, cameras,
seals and lights: 12 inches/30 cm.
Additional information:
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Minimum distance from glass sunroof:
31.5 in/80 cm.
Fold-out position of the wipers, refer to
page 175.
Automatic car washes or car
washes
Safety information
NOTICE
Safety information
When washing with an open fuel filler flap,
damage may occur. There is a risk of prop-
erty damage. Close the fuel filler flap before
washing. Clean dirt behind the fuel filler flap
with a cloth.
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:
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Give preference to cloth car washes or
those that use soft brushes in order to
avoid paint damage.
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Note the permissible vehicle dimensions
for the car wash.
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Do not drive through a car wash with
guide rails higher than 4 in/10 cm to
avoid damage to the body.
Drive-ready state, refer to page 43.
Lights
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Observe the tire width of the guide rail to
avoid damage to tires and rims.
Do not rub wet lights dry and do not use
abrasive or acidic cleaning agents or cleaning
agents containing alcohol.
Fold in exterior mirrors to avoid damage
to the exterior mirrors.
Soak areas that have been dirtied, for instance
from insects, with auto shampoo and wash off
with water.
Deactivate the wiper and, if necessary,
rain sensor to avoid damage to the win-
dow wiper system.
Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an ice
scraper.
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Do not activate camera cleaning via
iDrive while washing the vehicle to pre-
vent damage on the cleaning system.
After washing the vehicle
Take off all removable attachments, e.g.,
antennas.
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them. Otherwise, their braking
effect may be reduced. The heat generated
while braking dries brake disks and brake pads
and protects them against corrosion.
Driving into a car wash
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.
NOTICE
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.
Vehicle care
Vehicle care products
In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll
freely.
General information
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.
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.
Additional information:
Safety information
Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to
page 131.
Warning
Driving out of a car wash
Ensure that the vehicle key is in the car.
Turn on drive-ready state.
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
Additional information:
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that are intended for cleaning the respective
component. Follow the instructions on the
packaging.
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.
Immediately remove aggressive substances,
e.g., sunscreen, to prevent alterations or dis-
colorations of the synthetic leather.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,
grease or bird droppings must be removed im-
mediately to prevent alterations or discolora-
tions of the finish.
Fabric care
Matte paintwork
Only use cleaning and care products suitable
for vehicles with matte paintwork.
General information
In case of major contaminations such as bev-
erage stains, use a moist soft sponge or micro-
fiber cloth with a suitable interior cleaners.
Plastic wrap
Use only cleaning and care products that are
suitable for vehicles with a plastic wrap.
Immediately remove aggressive substances,
e.g., sunscreen, to prevent alterations or dis-
colorations of the fabric.
Leather care
Remove dust from the leather regularly, using
a cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Safety information
NOTICE
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to heavy
abrasion and premature degradation of the
leather surface.
Open hook and loop fasteners, zippers, or
applications, e.g., studs on clothing can dam-
age the seat covers and the other fabric and
leather covers in the vehicle. There is a risk of
property damage. Make sure that the fasten-
ers are closed.
To guard against discoloration such as from
clothing, clean leather and provide leather care
roughly every two months.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently be-
cause contamination on such surfaces is sub-
stantially more visible.
Upholstery material care
Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner.
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and
grease will gradually break down the protective
coating of the leather surface.
Clean extensively down to the seams. Avoid
rubbing the material vigorously.
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After cleaning, apply the brakes briefly to dry
them. The heat generated while braking dries
brake disks and brake pads and protects them
against corrosion.
Textile care
Use a microfiber cloth for cleaning minor con-
tamination.
Dampen the cloth with water.
Chrome surfaces
Carefully clean chrome-like surfaces, especially
if exposed to road salt, using plenty of water as
well as auto shampoo as needed.
Alcantara
Use microfiber cloth soaked with water to
clean minor soiling. Avoid rubbing the material
vigorously.
Rubber components
Caring for special components
Environmental influences can cause surface
contamination of rubber parts and a loss of
gloss. Use only water and suitable cleaning
agents for cleaning.
Displays, operating elements, and
protective glass of the Head-up
display
Treat especially worn rubber parts with rubber
care products at regular intervals. When clean-
ing rubber seals, do not use any silicon-con-
taining vehicle care products in order to avoid
damage or noises.
NOTICE
Surfaces can be damaged by improper
cleaning, e.g., by using chemical cleaners, or
from moisture or liquid of any kind. There is a
risk of property damage.
Wiper blades
The wiper blades are cleaned by using the
window washer system.
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Avoid pressure that is too high and do
not use any scratching materials.
Avoid cleaning the wiper blades manually, as
this may reduce wiper performance.
Use a dry, clean antistatic microfiber
cloth for cleaning displays.
Clean the operating elements and, de-
pending on vehicle equipment, the pro-
tective glass of the Head-up display with
a damp microfiber cloth and standard
household dish soap.
Fine wood parts
Clean the fine wood veneer and fine wood
components with a damp cloth. Then dry with
a soft cloth.
Plastic components
Light-alloy wheels
When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral rim
cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9. Do
not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam-jet
cleaners above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow the man-
ufacturer's instructions.
NOTICE
Solvent cleaners that contain alcohol or sol-
vents such as lacquer thinners, cold cleaning
agents, fuel and such, can damage plastic
parts. There is a risk of property damage.
Clean with a microfiber cloth. Dampen the
cloth lightly with water, if needed.
Corrosive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning agents
can damage the rim surface and the protec-
tive layer on adjacent components, e.g., the
brakes.
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When cleaning plastic parts, make sure that no
fabric parts, e.g., the headliner, become wet.
are securely fastened again after they were
removed, for instance for cleaning.
The floor mats can be removed from the inte-
rior for cleaning.
Carbon parts
For easy cleaning of carbon parts, use a micro-
fiber cloth, water, and silicone-free cleaner to
remove everyday soiling.
If the floor carpets are very contaminated,
clean with a microfiber cloth and water or a
textile cleaner. To prevent matting of the car-
pet, rub back and forth in the driving direction
only.
Corrosive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning agents
can alter the surface.
If necessary, have carbon parts removed by an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Sensors and camera lenses
Cleaning the front camera and
rearview camera
Seat belts
If soiling is detected, cleaning of front camera
and rear-view camera is offered on the control
display or can be switched on manually.
Warning
Chemical solvent cleaners can destroy the
fabric of the seat belts and lead to seat belts
no longer having their protective effect. There
is a risk of injury or danger to life. Use only a
mild soap solution for cleaning the seat belts.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Parking"
4. "More"
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
thus should be avoided for safety reasons.
5. "Camera cleaning"
6. Select the desired setting.
Use only a mild soap solution for cleaning the
installed belt straps.
Seat belts should only be allowed to retract if
they are dry.
Carpets and floor mats
Warning
Objects in the driver's footwell can limit the
pedal travel or block a depressed pedal.
There is a risk of accident, injury, and prop-
erty damage. Stow objects in the vehicle such
that they are secured and cannot enter into
the driver's footwell. Use floor mats that are
suitable for the vehicle and can be safely at-
tached to the floor. Do not use loose floor
mats and do not layer several floor mats.
Make sure that there is sufficient clearance
for the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats
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