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225/45 R 18 91 V M +S A/S RSC 225/45 R 18 91 Y RSC 225/50 R 17 94 H M +S RSC 225/45 R 18 95 V M +S XL RSC Front: 225/45 R 18
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Tire identification marks Tire size 245/45 R 18 96 Y 245: nominal width in mm 45: aspect ratio in % R: radial tire code 18: rim diameter in inches 96: load rating, not for ZR tires Y: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires Speed letter T = up to 118 mph, 190 km/h H = up to 131 mph, 210 km/h V = up to 150 mph, 240 km/h W = up to 167 mph, 270 km/h Y = up to 186 mph, 300 km/h Tire Identification Number DOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 3510
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand xxx: tire size and tire design 3510: tire age Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the U.S. Department of Transportation.Tire age DOT … 3510: the tire was manufactured in the 35th week in 2010. Recommendation Regardless of wear, replace tires at least every 6 years. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200; Traction AA; Temperature A DOT Quality Grades Treadwear Traction AA A B C Temperature A B C All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov‐ ernment test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half, 1 g, times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and cli‐ mate. Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfa‐
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ces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydro‐ planing, or peak traction characteristics. Temperature The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sus‐ tained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Band A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Temperature grade for this tire The temperature grade for this tire is es‐ tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla‐ tion, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and pos‐ sible tire failure. If necessary, have the vehicle towed.◀
RSC – Run-flat tires Run-flat tires, refer to page 185, are labeled with a circular symbol containing the letters RSC marked on the sidewall. M+S Winter and all-season tires with better cold weather performance than summer tires.
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Tire tread Summer tires Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than 0.12 in/3 mm. There is an increased danger of hydroplaning if the tread depth is less than 0.12 in/3 mm. Winter tires Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than 0.16 in/4 mm. Below a tread depth of 0.16 in/4 mm, tires are less suitable for winter operation. Minimum tread depth
Wear indicators are distributed around the tire's circumference and have the legally required minimum height of 0.063 in/1.6 mm. They are marked on the side of the tire with TWI, Tread Wear Indicator.
Tire damage General information Inspect your tires often for damage, foreign ob‐ jects lodged in the tread, and tread wear. Notes Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can cause serious damage to wheels, tires and sus‐ pension parts. This is more likely to occur with low-profile tires, which provide less cushioning
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between the wheel and the road. Be careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, es‐ pecially if your vehicle is equipped with low-pro‐ file tires. Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de‐ fects: ▷ Unusual vibrations during driving. ▷ Unusual handling such as a strong tendency
to pull to the left or right.
Damage can, e. g., be caused by driving over curbs, road damage, or similar things.
In case of tire damage If there are indications of tire damage, re‐
duce your speed immediately and have the wheels and tires checked right away; otherwise, there is the increased risk of an accident. Drive carefully to the next service center or tire shop. If necessary, have the vehicle towed. Otherwise, tire damage can be life-threatening for vehicle occupants and other traffic partici‐ pants.◀
Repair of tire damage For safety reasons, the manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that you do not have damaged tires repaired; they should be re‐ placed. Otherwise, damage can occur as a re‐ sult.◀
Changing wheels and tires Mounting
Information on mounting tires Have mounting and balancing performed
only by a service center or tire specialist. If this work is not carried out properly, there is the danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards.◀
Wheel and tire combination Information on the correct wheel-tire combina‐ tion and rim versions for your vehicle can be ob‐ tained from your service center. Incorrect wheel and tire combinations impair the function of a variety of systems such as ABS or DSC. To maintain good handling and vehicle re‐ sponse, use only tires with a single tread con‐ figuration from a single manufacturer. Following tire damage, have the original wheel and tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible.
Approved wheels and tires The manufacturer of your vehicle recom‐ mends that you use only wheels and tires that have been approved for your particular vehicle model. For example, despite having the same official size ratings, variations can lead to body contact and with it, the risk of severe accidents. The manufacturer of your vehicle cannot evalu‐ ate non-approved wheels and tires to determine if they are suited for use, and therefore cannot ensure the operating safety of the vehicle if they are mounted.◀
Recommended tire brands
For each tire size, the manufacturer of your ve‐ hicle recommends certain tire brands. These can be identified by a star on the tire sidewall. With proper use, these tires meet the highest standards for safety and handling.
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New tires Due to technical factors associated with their manufacture, tires do not achieve their full trac‐ tion potential until after an initial breaking-in pe‐ riod. Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles/300 km. Retreaded tires The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec‐ ommend the use of retreaded tires.
Retreaded tires Possibly substantial variations in the de‐ sign and age of the tire casing structures can limit service life and have a negative impact on road safety.◀
Winter tires The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends winter tires for winter roads or at temperatures below +45 ℉/+7 ℃. Although so-called all-season M+S tires do pro‐ vide better winter traction than summer tires, they do not provide the same level of perform‐ ance as winter tires. Maximum speed of winter tires If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher than the permissible speed for the winter tires, then display a corresponding sign in the field of vision. You can obtain this sign from the tire spe‐ cialist or from your service center.
Maximum speed for winter tires Do not exceed the maximum speed for the
winter tires; otherwise, tire damage and acci‐ dents can occur.◀
Run-flat tires If you are already using run-flat tires, for your own safety you should replace them only with the same kind. No spare tire is available in the
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case of a flat tire. Your service center will be glad to advise you. Rotating wheels between axles The manufacturer of your vehicle advises against swapping wheels between the front and rear axles. This can impair the handling characteristics. Storage Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Always protect tires against all contact with oil, grease and fuels. Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐ sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
Run-flat tires Label
RSC label on the tire sidewall. The wheels are composed of special rims and tires that are self-supporting, to a limited de‐ gree. The support of the sidewall allows the tire to re‐ main drivable to a restricted degree in the event of a pressure loss. Continued driving with a damaged tire, refer to page 100. Continued driving with a damaged tire, refer to page 97.
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Changing run-flat tires For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire. Your service center will be glad to advise you.
Snow chains Fine-link snow chains Only certain types of fine-link snow chains have been tested by the manufacturer of your vehicle, classified as road-safe and recommended. Consult your service center for more informa‐ tion. Use Use only in pairs on the rear wheels, equipped with the tires of the following size: ▷ 205/60 R 16. ▷ 225/55 R 16. ▷ 225/50 R 17. ▷ 225/45 R 18. Follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. Make sure that the snow chains are always suf‐ ficiently tight. Retighten as needed according to the chain manufacturer's instructions. Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after mounting snow chains, as doing so may result in incorrect readings. Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after mounting snow chains, as doing so may result in incorrect readings. When driving with snow chains, briefly activate Dynamic Traction Control if necessary. Maximum speed with snow chains Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h when using snow chains.
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Engine compartment Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment
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is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ ment or country variant. This also applies for safety-related functions and systems.
Important features in the engine compartment
1 Jump-starting, negative terminal 2 Vehicle identification number 3 Washer fluid reservoir 4 Jump-starting, positive terminal 5 Engine compartment fuse box
6 Oil filler neck 7 Coolant reservoir
The coolant reservoir for 6-cylinder and die‐ sel engines is located on the opposite side of the engine compartment.
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Hood Notes
Working in the engine compartment Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the necessary professional technical training. If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide‐ lines, have any work on the vehicle performed only by a service center. If this work is not carried out properly, there is the danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards.◀
Never reach into the engine compartment Never reach into the intermediate spaces or gaps in the engine compartment. Otherwise, there is risk of injury, e.g. from rotating or hot parts.◀
Fold down wiper arm Before opening the hood, ensure that the
wiper arms are against the windshield, or this may result in damage.◀
Opening the hood 1. Pull lever in the interior:
Engine is released, arrow 1.
Indicator/warning lamps When the hood is opened, a Check Control mes‐ sage is displayed. Closing the hood
Let the hood drop from a height of approx. 16 in/40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully. The hood must audibly engage on both sides.
Hood open when driving If you see any signs that the hood is not
completely closed while driving, pull over imme‐ diately and close it securely.◀
Danger of pinching Make sure that the closing path of the hood is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
2. After the lever is released, pull the lever
again: Hood can be opened, arrow 2.
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"Engine oil level"
3. Oil level display messages Different messages appear on the display de‐ pending on the oil level. Pay attention to these messages. If oil level is too low, immediately add 1 US quart/liter of oil. Take care not to add too much engine oil.
Too much engine oil Have the vehicle checked immediately; otherwise, surplus oil can lead to engine dam‐ age.◀
Detailed measurement The concept In the detailed measurement the oil level is checked and displayed via a scale. During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐ creased somewhat. General information A detailed measurement is only possible with certain engines. Requirements ▷ Manual transmission: shift lever in neutral position, clutch and accelerator pedals not depressed.
▷ Automatic transmission: selector lever in
transmission position N or P and accelerator not depressed.
▷ Vehicle is on a level road and the engine is
running at operating temperature.
Engine oil Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ ment or country variant. This also applies for safety-related functions and systems.
General information Engine oil consumption depends on driving style and driving conditions, e.g., if your driving style is very sporty engine oil consumption will be considerably greater. Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level after refueling.
Checking the oil level electronically Status display The concept The oil level is monitored electronically during driving and shown on the Control Display. If the oil level reaches the minimum level, a check control message is displayed. Requirements Depending on the previous displays, the status display appears when the engine is running or after the vehicle has been driven for at least 30
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Performing a detailed measurement In order to perform a detailed measurement of the engine oil level: 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. 4. "Start measurement" The oil level is checked and displayed via a scale. Duration: approx. 1 minute.
"Measure engine oil level"
Adding engine oil Filler neck
When the indicator lights up in the instrument cluster, add 1 US quart/liter of engine oil within the next 125 miles/200 km.
Do not add too much engine oil When too much engine oil is added, im‐
mediately have the vehicle checked, otherwise, this may cause engine damage.◀
Protect children Keep oil, grease, etc., out of reach of chil‐ dren and heed the warnings on the containers to prevent health risks.◀
Oil types for refilling Notes
No oil additives Oil additives may lead to engine damage.◀ Viscosity grades for engine oils When selecting an engine oil, ensure that
the engine oil belongs to one of the viscosity grades SAE 0W-40, SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-40, and SAE 5W-30 or malfunctions or engine dam‐ age may occur.◀ The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the engine. Some types of oils in some cases are not avail‐ able in all countries. Approved oil types
Gasoline engine BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30
BMW Longlife-01
BMW Longlife-01 FEAdditional information about the approved types of oils can be requested from the service center. Alternative oil types If the approved engine oils are not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an oil with the following specification can be added: Gasoline engine API SM or superior grade specification
Oil change An oil change should be carried out by your service center only.
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Coolant Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ ment or country variant. This also applies for safety-related functions and systems.
General information
Danger of burns from hot engine Do not open the cooling system while the engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant may cause burns.◀
Suitable additives Only use suitable additives; otherwise, en‐
gine damage may occur. The additives are harmful to your health.◀ Coolant consists of water and additives. Not all commercially available additives are suit‐ able for your vehicle. Ask your service center for suitable additives.
Coolant level Checking 1. Let the engine cool. 2. The coolant level is correct if it lies between
the minimum and maximum marks. The marks are on the side of the coolant reser‐ voir.
Adding engine oil 1. Let the engine cool. 2. Turn the cap of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐ sure to dissipate, and then open it.
3.
If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specified level; do not overfill.
4. Turn the cap until there is an audible click. 5. Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmental protection regulations when disposing of coolant and coolant additives.
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Maintenance Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ ment or country variant. This also applies for safety-related functions and systems.
BMW Maintenance System The maintenance system directs you to re‐ quired maintenance measures and thereby sup‐ ports you in maintaining road safety and the op‐ erational reliability of the vehicle.
Condition Based Service CBS Sensors and special algorithms take into ac‐ count the driving conditions of your vehicle. Based on this, Condition Based Service deter‐ mines the maintenance requirements. The system makes it possible to adapt the amount of maintenance you need to your user profile. Detailed information on service requirements, refer to page 77, can be displayed on the Control Display. Service data in the remote control Information on the required maintenance is con‐ tinuously stored in the remote control. Your service center will read out this data and suggest the right array of service procedures for your ve‐ hicle. Therefore, hand your service specialist the re‐ mote control that you used most recently.
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Storage periods Storage periods during which the vehicle bat‐ tery was disconnected are not taken into ac‐ count. If this occurs, have a service center update the time-dependent maintenance procedures, such as checking brake fluid and, if necessary, changing the engine oil and the microfilter/acti‐ vated-charcoal filter.
Service history Perform maintenance work at the service center and have them recorded in the vehicle data. The entries are like a service booklet of the docu‐ mentation of regular maintenance. Displaying entered maintenance work on the Control Display, refer to page 78.
Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor‐ mation Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models for additional information on service requirements. Maintenance and repair should be performed by your service center. Make sure to have regular maintenance procedures recorded in the vehi‐ cle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models, and in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. These en‐ tries are proof of regular maintenance.
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Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis Position
There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for checking the primary components in the vehicle emissions.
Emissions
▷ The warning lamp lights up:
Emissions are deteriorating. Have the vehicle checked as soon as pos‐ sible. Canadian model: warning light indi‐ cates the engine symbol.
▷ The warning lamp flashes under certain cir‐
cumstances: This indicates that there is excessive misfir‐ ing in the engine. Reduce the vehicle speed and have the sys‐ tem checked immediately; otherwise, seri‐ ous engine misfiring within a brief period can seriously damage emission control compo‐ nents, in particular the catalytic converter.
Fuel cap
The indicator lamp lights up. If the fuel cap is not properly tightened, the OBD system may conclude that fuel vapor is escaping. If the cap is then tightened, the display should go out in a short time.
Data memory Your vehicle records data relating to vehicle op‐ eration, faults and user settings. These data are stored in the remote control and can be read out with suitable devices, particularly when the ve‐ hicle is serviced. The data obtained in this way provide valuable information for service proc‐ esses and repair or for optimizing and develop‐ ing vehicle functions further. In addition, if you signed a service contract for BMW Assist, certain vehicle data can be sent directly from the vehicle to facilitate the desired services.
Event Data Recorder EDR This vehicle is equipped with an event data re‐ corder EDR. The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situa‐ tions, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in under‐ standing how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as: ▷ How various systems in your vehicle were
operating.
▷ Whether or not the driver and passenger
safety belts were fastened.
▷ How far, if at all, the driver was depressing
the accelerator and/or brake pedal. ▷ How fast the vehicle was traveling. These data can help provide a better under‐ standing of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a nontrivial crash situation occurs; no data are re‐ corded by the EDR under normal driving condi‐ tions and no personal data, e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location, are recorded.
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However, other parties, such as law enforce‐ ment, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation. To read data recorded by an EDR, special equip‐ ment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manu‐ facturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.
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Replacing components Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ ment or country variant. This also applies for safety-related functions and systems.
3. Squeeze the retainer spring, arrow 1, and
fold up the wiper blade, arrow 2.
Onboard vehicle tool kit
4. Remove the wiper blade forward from the
catch. Insert the new wiper blade in reverse order of removal until it locks in place.
5.
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located on the right side in the cargo area in a storage com‐ partment. Open the cover.
Wiper blade replacement General information
Do not fold down the wipers without wiper blades
Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades have not been installed; this may damage the wind‐ shield.◀
Replacing the wiper blades 1. To change the wiper blades, fold up, refer to
page 66, the wiper arms.
2. Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly.
Risk of damage Before opening the hood, ensure that the wiper arms with the wiper blades are against the windshield to prevent damage.◀
Lamp and bulb replacement Notes Lamps and bulbs Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribution to vehicle safety. The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends that you entrust corresponding procedures to the service center if you are unfamiliar with them or they are not described here. You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs at the service center. Danger of burns Only change bulbs when they are cool;
otherwise, there is the danger of getting burned.◀
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If the headlamps do not dim despite driving with the light switched on, increasing humidity forms, e. g. water droplets in the light, have the service center check this. Front lamps, bulb replacement Halogen headlamps
1 Parking lamps 2 High beams/headlamp flasher 3 Low beams 4 Turn signal 5 Daytime running lights
Accessing the turn signals and low beams Follow the general instructions on lamps and bulbs, refer to page 196. 1.
In the wheel house, loosen the two brackets and remove the cover.
Working on the lighting system When working on the lighting system, you should always switch off the lights affected to prevent short circuits. To avoid possible injury or equipment damage when replacing bulbs, observe any instructions provided by the bulb manufacturer.◀
Do not perform work/bulb replacement on xenon headlamps
Have any work on the xenon lighting system, in‐ cluding bulb replacement, performed only by a service center. Due to the high voltage present in the system, there is the danger of fatal injuries if work is carried out improperly.◀
Do not touch the bulbs Do not touch the glass of new bulbs with
your bare hands, as even minute amounts of contamination will burn into the bulb's surface and reduce its service life. Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or hold the bulb by its base.◀
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) Light-emitting diodes installed behind a cover serve as the light source for controls, display el‐ ements and other equipment. These light-emitting diodes, which are related to conventional lasers, are officially designated as Class 1 light-emitting diodes. Do not remove the covers Do not remove the covers, and never stare into the unfiltered light for several hours; other‐ wise, irritation of the retina could result.◀
Headlamp glass Condensation can form on the inside of the ex‐ ternal lamps in cool or humid weather. When driving with the light switched on, the conden‐ sation evaporates after a short time. The head‐ lamp glasses do not need to be changed.
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Turn signal 21-watt bulb, PY21W 1.
If necessary, pull the inside trim of the wheel house slightly inward. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove.
Low beams 55-watt bulb, H7
1. Turn the cap counterclockwise and remove.2. Press the bulb gently into the socket, turn
counterclockwise and remove. Install the new bulb and bulb holder in re‐ verse order of removal.
3.
4. Attach the cover to the wheel house.
2. Tilt the bulb down and then up to loosen it
from the holder and remove.
3. Pull the connector off the bulb. 4. Attach the connector to the new bulb. 5. First insert the bulb at the top with the strap, arrow 1, and then press down firmly, arrow 2. Make sure that the bulb snaps into place.
6. Close the headlamp housing with the cap.
Make sure that the cap engages.
7. Attach the cover to the wheel house.
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Accessing the daytime running lights, high beams/headlamp flasher and parking lamps Follow the general instructions on lamps and bulbs, refer to page 196. 1. Open the hood, refer to page 188. 2. Turn the cap counterclockwise and remove.
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High beams/headlamp flasher 55-watt bulb, H7
1. Tilt the bulb down and then up to loosen itfrom the holder and remove.
Parking lamps 6-watt bulb, H6W 1. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and
remove.
2. Pull the connector off the bulb. 3. Attach the connector to the new bulb. 4. First insert the bulb at the top with the strap, arrow 1, and then press down firmly, arrow 2. Make sure that the bulb snaps into place.
5. Close the headlamp housing with the cap.
Make sure that the cap engages.
2. Press the bulb gently into the socket, turn
counterclockwise and remove.
3. To insert the bulb and bulb holder, proceed in reverse order of removal. Make sure that the bulb holder snaps into place.
4. Close the headlamp housing with the cap.
Make sure that the cap engages.
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Daytime running lights 24-watt bulb, PW24W 1.
If necessary, remove the high beam bulb connector.
2. Remove the bulb holder.
Headlamps
1 Parking lamps / daytime running lights 2 Low beams/high beams/headlamp flasher 3 Turn signal Low beams and high beams are designed with xenon technology. The parking lamps and daylight running lights are made using LED technology. Contact your service center in the event of a malfunction.
Turn signal Follow the general instructions on lamps and bulbs, refer to page 196.
3. Remove the bulb from the bulb holder. 4. To insert the new bulb, proceed in reverse order of removal. During insertion, the bot‐ tom of the bulb holder must be facing down‐ ward. Make sure that the bulb holder snaps into place.
5. Attach the high beam bulb connector. 6. Close the headlamp housing with the cap.
Make sure that the cap engages.
Xenon headlamps Xenon headlamps Because of the long life of these bulbs, the like‐ lihood of failure is very low. Switching the lamps on and off frequently shortens their life. If a xenon bulb fails, switch on the front fog lamps and continue the trip with great care. Comply with local regulations.
Do not perform work/bulb replacement on xenon headlamps
Have any work on the xenon lighting system, in‐ cluding bulb replacement, performed only by a service center. Due to the high voltage present in the system, there is the danger of fatal injuries if work is carried out improperly.◀ For checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your BMW center.
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21-watt bulb, PY21W 1.
In the wheel house, loosen the two brackets and remove the cover.
Carefully raise the wheel house panel, ar‐ row 2.
2.
If necessary, pull the inside trim of the wheel house slightly inward. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove.
2. Pull off the bulb connector, arrow 1.
Turn the bulb, arrow 2. Left side of vehicle: turn clockwise. Right side of vehicle: turn counterclockwise. Remove the bulb.
3. Press the bulb gently into the socket, turn
counterclockwise and remove. Install the new bulb and bulb holder in re‐ verse order of removal.
4.
5. Attach the cover to the wheel house. Front fog lamps Follow the general instructions on lamps and bulbs, refer to page 196. 35-watt bulb, H8
1. Use the back side of the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit to remove the three wheel house panel screws, arrow 1.3.
Insert the new bulb, connect the connector and screw on the wheel house panel.
Turn signal in exterior mirror Follow the general instructions on lamps and bulbs, refer to page 196. The turn signals feature LED technology. Con‐ tact your service center in the event of a mal‐ function.
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Tail lamps, bulb replacement At a glance
Removing the exterior tail lamp 1. Open trunk lid. 2. Use the screwdriver from the onboard vehi‐ cle tool kit to loosen the screw, arrow 1, and remove the cover, arrow 2.
1 Turn signal 2 Reversing lamp 3 Inside brake lamp 4 Tail lamps 5 Outside brake lamp
Bulb replacement, exterior tail lamps General information Follow the general instructions on lamps and bulbs, refer to page 196. Turn signal: 21-watt bulb, P21W Exterior brake lamp: 21-watt bulb, P21W The tail lamps feature LED technology. Contact your service center in the event of a malfunction.
Use caution when replacing the bulb Use caution and proceed one step at a
time when replacing the bulbs to prevent dam‐ age to the tail lamps or vehicle.◀
3. Use the screwdriver handle to loosen the two nuts, arrows 1 and 2, and remove. The tail lamp is still attached to a rubber mount on the outside.
4. Grasp the inner edge of the tail lamp and
carefully swing it back and out of the rubber mount, arrow 1. Use your free hand to hold it in place in order to prevent the tail lamp from coming loose suddenly. Make sure that the foam rubber sealing ring is on the cen‐ tering pin, arrow 2.
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ponent, arrow 2. Make sure that the tail lamp engages in the rubber mount.
4. Screw the two nuts onto the tail lamp and
mount the cover.
5. Fit the cover in place and screw onto the
fastener.
Lamps in the trunk lid General information Follow the general instructions on lamps and bulbs, refer to page 196. Reversing lamps: 21-watt bulb, P21W Inner brake lamps: 21-watt bulb, H21W
Accessing the lamps 1. Use the screwdriver from the onboard vehi‐ cle tool kit to loosen and completely remove the six screws on the trim.
5. Remove the connecting line from the clip on
the bulb holder.
6. Release the catch at the top on the connec‐
tor of the connecting line and remove the connector from the bulb holder.
Replacing the bulbs 1. Loosen the four fasteners, arrow 1, on the bulb holder and remove the bulb holder from the tail lamp, arrow 2.
2. Press the defective bulb gently into the
socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.
3. Proceed in the reverse order to insert the new bulb and attach the bulb holder. Make sure that the bulb holder engages in all fas‐ teners.
Installing the tail lamp 1. Connect the connecting line to the tail lamp
and secure the bulb holder in the clip.
2. Make sure that the sealing ring is on the
centering pin, arrow 2, and is not damaged.
3. Position and firmly press the outer part of
the tail lamp onto the rubber mount, arrow 1
and the inner part onto the centering com‐2. Carefully loosen the trim from the trunk lid, starting at the edge and working toward the area around the recessed grips. Make sure that the trim does not become stuck.
3. Carefully swing out the trim.
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Replacing the reversing lamp and inner brake lamp 1. Loosen the two fasteners, arrow 1 and pull down on the lamp holder to remove, arrow 2.
2. Press the defective bulb gently into the
socket, turn counterclockwise and remove. Insert the new bulb.
3.
Installing the bulb holder 1. Slide the bulb holder onto the two guide pins, arrow 1. Insert the two contacts, ar‐ row 2, into the connections, arrow 3.
2. Press on the bulb holder. Make sure that the
two exterior fasteners latch into place.
3. Swing the trim back onto the trunk lid and
secure.
Tail lamp, license plate lamp and central brake lamp Follow the general instructions on lamps and bulbs, refer to page 196. The lamps feature LED technology. Contact your service center in the event of a malfunction.
Changing wheels Notes The vehicle equipment does not include a spare tire. When using run-flat tires or tire sealants, a tire does not need to be changed immediately in the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire. The tools for changing wheels are available as accessories from your service center. Jacking points for the vehicle jack
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐ cated in the positions shown.
Vehicle battery Maintenance The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the elec‐ trolyte will last for the life of the battery. Your service center will be glad to advise you on questions regarding the battery. Battery replacement
Use approved vehicle batteries only Only use vehicle batteries that have been approved for your vehicle by the manufacturer; otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged and systems or functions may not be fully availa‐ ble.◀ After a battery replacement, have the battery registered on the vehicle by your service center
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Fuses Notes
Replacing fuses Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a substitute of another color or amperage rating; this could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately resulting in a fire in the vehicle.◀ Plastic tweezers and information on the fuse types and locations are stored in the fuse box in the cargo area. In the engine compartment 1. Use the onboard vehicle toolkit to loosen the
three cover screws, arrow 1.
2. Pull up the holder, arrow 2. 3. Remove the cover from one side, arrow 3. 4. Press the four fasteners and remove the
cover.
to ensure that all comfort functions are fully available and that any Check Control messages are no longer displayed. Charging the battery Note
Do not plug the charger into the socket Do not connect battery chargers to the
factory-installed sockets in the vehicle. Doing so may result in damage to the vehicle.◀
Starting aid terminals In the vehicle, only charge the battery via the starting aid terminals, refer to page 209, in the engine compartment with the engine off. Power failure After a temporary power loss, some equipment needs to be reinitialized. Individual settings need to be reprogrammed: ▷ Seat and mirror memory: store the positions
again.
▷ Time: update. ▷ Date: update. ▷ Radio station: save again. ▷ Navigation system: wait for the operability of
the navigation.
Disposing of old batteries
Have old batteries disposed of by your service center or bring them to a recy‐ cling center.
Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and storage. Secure the battery so that it does not tip over during transport.
Attaching the covers 1. When attaching the cover, make sure that all
four fasteners are engaged.
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2. Attach the cover under the rubber lip and
then thread it between the bars.
3. Press down on the holder and tighten the
three screws.
In the cargo area
Raise the cargo floor panel.
Information on the fuse types and locations is found on a separate sheet.
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Breakdown assistance Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ ment or country variant. This also applies for safety-related functions and systems.
Hazard warning flashers
Emergency Request not guaranteed For technical reasons, the Emergency Re‐ quest cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable conditions.◀
Service contract ▷ After your contract with BMW Assist has ex‐ pired, the BMW Assist system can be deac‐ tivated by the service center without you having to visit a workshop. After deactivation, an Emergency Request is no longer possible.
▷ Under certain circumstances, the system
can be reactivated by a service center after you sign a new contract.
Initiating an Emergency Request
The button is located in the center console.
Emergency Request Requirements ▷ Equipment version with full preparation
package mobile phone. An Emergency Request can be made, even if no mobile phones are paired with the ve‐ hicle.
▷ BMW Assist is activated. ▷ The radio ready state is switched on. ▷ The BMW Assist system is logged in to a wireless communications network sup‐ ported by BMW Assist.
▷ The Assist system is functional. Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
1. Press the cover briefly to open it. 2. Press the SOS button until the LED in the
button lights up.
▷ The LED lights up: an Emergency Request
was initiated. If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle until the voice connection has been estab‐ lished.
▷ The LED flashes if the connection to the
BMW Assist Response Center has been es‐ tablished. After the Emergency Request arrives at the BMW Assist Response Center, the BMW
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Assist Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you. Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW Assist Response Center can take further steps to help you under certain circumstan‐ ces. For this purpose, data that are used to de‐ termine the necessary rescue measures, such as the current position of the vehicle if it can be established, are transmitted to the BMW Assist Response Center.
▷ If the LED is flashing but the BMW Assist Response Center cannot be heard on the hands-free system, the hands-free system may be malfunctioning. However, the BMW Assist Response Center may still be able to hear you.
Initiating an Emergency Request automatically Under certain conditions, an Emergency Re‐ quest is automatically initiated immediately after a severe accident. Automatic Collision Notifica‐ tion is not affected by pressing the SOS button.
Warning triangle
The warning triangle is located on the inside of the trunk lid. To remove, loosen the bracket.
First aid kit
The first aid kit is located in the cargo area in a storage compartment. Some of the articles have a limited service life. Check the expiration dates of the contents reg‐ ularly and replace any expired items promptly.
Roadside Assistance Service availability Roadside Assistance can be reached around the clock in many countries. You can obtain assis‐ tance there in the event of a vehicle breakdown. Roadside Assistance The Roadside Assistance phone number can be viewed on the iDrive or a connection to Roadside Assistance can be established directly.
Jump-starting Notes If the battery is discharged, an engine can be started using the battery of another vehicle and two jumper cables. Only use jumper cables with fully insulated clamp handles. To prevent personal injury or damage to both vehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce‐ dure.
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Do not touch live parts To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury, always avoid all contact with electrical compo‐ nents while the engine is running.◀
Preparation 1. Check whether the battery of the other ve‐ hicle has a voltage of 12 volts. This informa‐ tion can be found on the battery.
2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi‐
cle.
3. Switch off any electronic systems/power
consumers in both vehicles.
Bodywork contact between vehicles Make sure that there is no contact be‐
tween the bodywork of the two vehicles; other‐ wise, there is the danger of short circuits.◀
Starting aid terminals
Connecting order Connect the jumper cables in the correct
order; otherwise, there is the danger of injury from sparking.◀
The so-called starting aid terminal in the engine compartment acts as the battery's positive ter‐ minal. Open the cover of the starting aid terminal.
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The body ground or a special nut acts as the battery negative terminal.
Connecting the cables 1. Open the cover of the BMW starting aid ter‐
minal.
2. Attach one terminal clamp of the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery, or to the corresponding starting aid terminal of the vehicle providing assistance. 3. Attach the terminal clamp on the other end of the cable to the positive terminal of the battery, or to the corresponding starting aid terminal of the vehicle to be started.
4. Attach one terminal clamp of the negative jumper cable to the negative terminal of the battery, or to the corresponding engine or body ground of assisting vehicle.
5. Attach the second terminal clamp to the negative terminal of the battery, or to the corresponding engine or body ground of of the vehicle to be started.
Starting the engine Never use spray fluids to start the engine. 1. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and let it run for several minutes at an increased idle speed.
2. Start the engine of the vehicle being started
in the usual way. If the first starting attempt is not successful, wait a few minutes before making another attempt in order to allow the discharged bat‐ tery to recharge.
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3. Let both engines run for several minutes. 4. Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse
order.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Tow-starting and towing Automatic transmission: transporting your vehicle Note Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed. Therefore, contact a service center in the event of a breakdown.
Do not have the vehicle towed Have your vehicle transported on a loading platform only; otherwise, damage may occur.◀
Tow truck
Do not lift the vehicle Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage may result.◀
Use the tow fitting screwed in at the front for maneuvering the vehicle only. Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Towing
When the parking brake is blocked The parking brake cannot be released
manually. Do not tow the vehicle with the parking brake blocked, or the vehicle can be damaged. Contact your service center.◀
Follow the towing instructions Follow all towing instructions; otherwise,
vehicle damage or accidents may occur.◀ ▷ Make sure that the ignition is switched on; otherwise, the low beams, tail lamps, turn signals, and windshield wipers may be un‐ available.
▷ Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.
▷ When the engine is stopped, there is no power assist. Consequently, more force needs to be applied when braking and steer‐ ing.
▷ Larger steering wheel movements are re‐
quired.
▷ The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will not be possible to control the vehicle response.
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Have your vehicle transported with a tow truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
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Do not lift the vehicle Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage may result.◀
Attaching the tow rope correctly Only secure the tow rope on the tow fit‐ ting; otherwise, damage can occur when it is se‐ cured on other parts of the vehicle.◀
Tow fitting
The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐ ried in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the BMW. It is in the onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit located in a storage compartment on the right side in the cargo area. Open the cover.
Tow fitting, information on use ▷ Use only the tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it all the way in. ▷ Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads
only.
▷ Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g.,
do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting.
Otherwise, damage to the tow fitting and the ve‐ hicle can occur.◀
Screw thread Push out the cover by pressing on the top edge.
Towing other vehicles General information Light towing vehicle The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will not be possible to control the vehicle re‐ sponse.◀
Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may cause damage.◀ ▷ Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.
▷ If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐ dow. Tow bar The tow fittings used should be on the same side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe the following: ▷ Maneuvering capability is limited during cor‐
nering.
▷ The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is secured with an offset.
Tow rope When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure that the tow rope is taut. To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on the vehicle components when towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
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the engine starts, immediately press on the clutch again.
5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope, and switch off the hazard warn‐ ing system.
6. Have the vehicle checked.
Front
Rear
Tow-starting Automatic transmission Do not tow-start the vehicle. Due to the automatic transmission, the engine cannot be started by tow-starting. Have the cause of the starting difficulties rem‐ edied. Manual transmission If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but start the engine by jump-starting, refer to page 208. If the vehicle is equipped with a catalytic con‐ verter, only tow-start while the engine is cold. 1. Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations. Ignition, refer to page 59, on.
2. 3. Engage third gear. 4. Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch pressed and slowly release the clutch. After
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Car washes Notes
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 ℃. Ensure that a distance of at least 31.5 in‐ ches/50 cm is maintained at all times. Holding them too close or using excessively high pres‐ sures or temperatures can cause damage or preliminary damage that may then lead to long- term damage. Follow the operating instructions for the high- pressure washer.◀
Cleaning sensors/cameras with high- pressure washers
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.◀ Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in win‐ ter. Intense soiling and road salt can damage the ve‐ hicle.
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Automatic car washes Notes Note the following: ▷ Give preference to cloth car washes or those that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint damage.
▷ Make sure that the wheels and tires are not
damaged by the transport mechanisms.
▷ Fold in the exterior mirrors; otherwise, they may be damaged, depending on the width of the vehicle.
▷ Deactivate the rain sensor, refer to page 65,
to avoid unintentional wiper activation.
▷ In some cases, an unintentional alarm can be triggered by the interior motion sensor of the alarm system. Follow the instructions on avoiding an unintentional alarm, refer to page 41.
Guide rails in car washes Avoid car washes with guide rails higher than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the vehicle body could be damaged.◀
Before driving into a car wash In order to ensure that the vehicle can roll in a car wash, take the following steps: Manual transmission: 1. Release the parking brake. 2. Drive into the car wash. 3. Shift to neutral. 4. Switch the engine off. 5. Switch on the ignition. Automatic transmission: 1. Release the parking brake, refer to page 63. 2. Drive into the car wash. 3. Depress the brake pedal as needed.
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4. Engage transmission position N. 5. Switch the engine off. In this way, the igni‐ tion remains switched on, and a Check-Con‐ trol message is displayed.
Transmission position P with the igni‐ tion off
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.◀ The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside when in transmission position N. A signal is sounded when an attempt is made to lock the vehicle. Transmission position Transmission position P is engaged automati‐ cally: ▷ When the ignition is switched off. ▷ After approx. 15 minutes. Headlamps ▷ Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
caustic cleansers.
▷ Soak areas that have been soiled e.g. due to
insects, with shampoo and wash off with water.
▷ Thaw ice with deicing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
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. Remove all residue completely from the wind‐ shields, otherwise streaking may cause loss of visibility and wiper noise when the windshield wipers are operated.
Vehicle care Car care products BMW recommends using cleaning and care products from BMW, since these have been tested and approved.
Car care and cleaning products Follow the instructions on the container. When cleaning the interior, open the doors or windows. Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐ cles. 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 in areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐ taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can affect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the frequency and extent of your car care to these influences. Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil, grease or bird droppings must be removed im‐ mediately to prevent the finish from being al‐ tered or discolored. Leather care Remove dust from the leather often, using a cloth or vacuum cleaner. Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased wear and premature degradation of the leather surface. To guard against discoloration, such as from clothing, provide leather care roughly every two months. Clean light-colored leather more frequently be‐ cause soiling on such surfaces is substantially more visible.
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Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and grease will gradually break down the protective layer of the leather surface. 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. Clean the upholstery down to the seams using large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐ terial vigorously.
Damage from Velcro® fasteners Open Velcro® fasteners on pants or other articles of clothing can damage the seat covers. Ensure that any Velcro® fasteners are closed.◀
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. 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. Rubber components Aside from water, treat only with rubber cleans‐ ers. When cleaning rubber seals, do not use any sil‐ icon-containing car care products in order to avoid damage or reduced noise damping.
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Fine wood parts Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐ nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a soft cloth. Plastic components These include: ▷ Imitation leather surfaces. ▷ Headliner. ▷ Lamp lenses. ▷ Instrument cluster cover. ▷ Matte black spray-coated components.
