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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

The vehicle must be washed more frequently,

especially in the winter.

Foreign objects, e.g. leaves or snow, must be

removed from the area below the windshield

on a regular basis. The wipers can be folded

down in order to clean the windshield com-

pletely.

Distances and temperature

When cleaning with a steam/high-pressure

cleaner, use the following distances and tem-

peratures:

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Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃.

Additional information:

Minimum distance from sensors, cameras,

seals and lights: 12 inches/30 cm.

Fold-out position of the wipers, refer to

page 164.

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:

▷

Give preference to cloth car washes or

those that use soft brushes in order to

avoid paint damage.

▷

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.

Lights

When cleaning, do not rub wet lights dry, and

do not use abrasive or acidic cleaning agents

or cleaning agents containing alcohol. Soak

the area soiled by insects with an insect re-

mover and rinse with water. Thaw ice with de-

icing spray, do not use an ice scraper.

▷

Observe the tire width of the guide rail to

avoid damage to tires and rims.

Fold in exterior mirrors to avoid damage

to the exterior mirrors.

Deactivate the wiper and, if necessary,

rain sensor to avoid damage to the win-

dow wiper system.

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

while braking dries the brake disks and brake

pads and protects them from corrosion.

▷

Take off all removable attachments, e.g.,

antennas.

Driving into a car wash

Completely remove all wash residue, e.g.,

smearing, on the window glass to ensure suffi-

cient visibility and to reduce wiper noise 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.

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In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll

freely. To do so, selector lever position N must

be engaged. The parking brake must not be

applied.

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.

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.

Safety information

Additional information:

Warning

Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to

page 123.

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.

Driving out of a car wash

When exiting a car wash, make sure that the

vehicle key is in the vehicle.

Turn on drive-ready state.

Additional information:

Drive-ready state, refer to page 43.

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Vehicle paintwork

Synthetic leather care

Dust and crumbs can work into pores and

folds, causing heavy abrasion and premature

degradation of the artificial leather surface.

General information

Regular vehicle care contributes to driving

safety and value retention. Environmental in-

fluences in areas with elevated air pollution

or natural contaminants can affect the vehicle

paintwork. Environmental influences include

tree resin or pollen, for example.

Clean synthetic leather regularly with a damp

microfiber cloth or vacuum cleaner.

In case of major soiling, use a moist soft

sponge or microfiber cloth with suitable interior

cleaners.

To prevent paint alteration and discoloration,

remove corrosive substances immediately.

Corrosive substances include spilled fuel, oil,

grease, or bird droppings, for example.

To prevent artificial leather alteration and

discoloration, remove corrosive substances

immediately. Corrosive substances include

sunscreen, for example.

Matte paintwork

Only use cleaning and care products suitable

for vehicles with matte paintwork.

Fabric care

General information

In case of major soiling, use a moist soft

sponge or microfiber cloth with suitable interior

cleaners.

Plastic wrap

Use only cleaning and care products that are

suitable for vehicles with a plastic wrap.

To prevent material alteration and discolor-

ation, remove corrosive substances immedi-

ately. Corrosive substances include sunscreen,

for example.

Leather care

Dust and crumbs can work into pores and

folds, causing heavy abrasion and premature

degradation of the leather surface.

Safety information

Clean leather regularly with a damp cloth or

vacuum cleaner.

NOTICE

Certain clothes and other influences can cause

discoloration of the leather. To prevent discol-

oration, clean and maintain the leather roughly

every two months.

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.

Clean light-colored leather more frequently be-

cause contamination on such surfaces is sub-

stantially more visible.

Use leather care products to preserve the pro-

tective layer of the leather.

Upholstery material care

Vacuum the cushions regularly with a vacuum

cleaner. Clean extensively down to the seams.

Avoid rubbing the material vigorously.

To prevent leather alteration and discolor-

ation, remove corrosive substances immedi-

ately. Corrosive substances include sunscreen,

for example.

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the brake disks and brake pads and protects

them from corrosion.

Textile care

Use microfiber cloth soaked with water to

clean minor soiling.

Chrome surfaces

Carefully clean chrome-like surfaces, especially

if exposed to road salt, using plenty of water

and adding auto shampoo as needed.

Alcantara

Use microfiber cloth soaked with water to

clean minor soiling. Avoid rubbing the material

vigorously.

Rubber components

Environmental influences can cause surface

contamination of rubber parts and a loss of

shine. Use only water and suitable cleaning

agents for cleaning.

Caring for special components

Displays, operating elements, and

protective glass of the Head-up

display

Treat especially worn rubber parts with rubber

care products at regular intervals. To avoid

damage or noise, use care products containing

silicon to maintain the rubber sealing rings.

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.

▷

Avoid pressure that is too high and do

not use any scratching materials.

To prevent a reduction in wiper quality, avoid

cleaning the wiper blades manually unless

necessary.

Use a dry, clean antistatic microfiber

cloth for cleaning displays.

Fine wood parts

Clean the fine wood veneer and fine wood

components with a damp cloth. Then dry with

a soft cloth.

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.

Plastic components

Light-alloy wheels

NOTICE

Corrosive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning agents

can damage the rim surface and the protec-

tive layer on adjacent components, e.g., the

brakes.

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.

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 instruc-

tions given by the manufacturer.

When cleaning plastic parts, make sure that no

fabric parts, e.g., the headliner, become wet.

After cleaning, apply the brakes briefly to dry

them. The heat generated while braking dries

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are securely fastened again after they were

removed, for instance for cleaning.

Carbon parts

For easy cleaning of carbon parts, use a micro-

fiber cloth, water, and silicone-free cleaner to

remove everyday soiling.

The floor mats can be removed from the inte-

rior for cleaning.

Corrosive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning agents

can alter the surface.

If the carpets are heavily soiled, clean them

with a microfiber cloth and water or a fabric

cleaner. Rub back and forth in the direction

of travel to prevent the carpet from becoming

matted.

If necessary, have carbon parts removed by an

authorized service center or another qualified

service center or repair shop.

Seat belts

Sensors and camera lenses

Cleaning the front camera and

rearview camera

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. Go through the menu as follows: Apps

menu / "Vehicle" / "Parking" / "More" /

"Camera cleaning".

The seat belts should be cleaned for safety

reasons. Dirty belt straps impede the reeling

action and thus should be avoided for safety

reasons.

2. 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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