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Tire size Compact wheel*: T 135/80 R 17 102 M
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/ kilopascal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Pressure specifications in psi/kPa
61/420
Traveling speeds up to max. of 100 mph/
160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those exceed-
ing 100 mph/160 km/h
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245/45 R 17 95 W 245/45 R 17 99 V M+S XL 225/50 R 17 94 V M+S 225/50 R 17 94 W 245/40 R 18 93 W 225/50 R 17 94 H M+S 245/40 R 18 97 V M+S XL Front: 245/40 R 18 93 W Rear: 275/35 R 18 95 W Front: 245/35 R 19 93 Y XL Rear: 275/30 R 19 96 Y XL More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 263.
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535i
Tire size Compact wheel*: T 135/80 R 17 102 M
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/ kilopascal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Pressure specifications in psi/kPa
61/420
Traveling speeds up to max. of 100 mph/
160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those exceed-
ing 100 mph/160 km/h
32/220
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245/45 R 17 95 W 225/55 R 16 95 H M+S 245/45 R 17 99 V M+S XL 225/50 R 17 94 M+S W 225/50 R 17 94 W 225/50 R 17 94 H M+S 245/40 R 18 93 W 245/40 R 18 97 V M+S XL Front: 245/40 R 18 93 W Rear: 275/35 R 18 95 W Front: 245/35 R 19 93 Y XL Rear: 275/30 R 19 96 Y XL More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 263.
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528i xDrive
Tire size Compact wheel*: T 135/80 R 17 102 M
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/ kilopascal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Pressure specifications in psi/kPa
61/420
Traveling speeds up to max. of 100 mph/
160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those exceed-
ing 100 mph/160 km/h
32/220
33/230
35/240
32/220
245/45 R 17 95 W 245/45 R 17 99 V M+S XL 225/50 R 17 94 V M+S 225/50 R 17 94 W 225/50 R 17 94 H M+S 245/40 R 18 93 W 245/40 R 18 97 V M+S XL Front: 245/40 R 18 93 W Rear: 275/35 R 18 95 W More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 263.
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535i xDrive
Tire size Compact wheel*: T 135/80 R 17 102 M
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/ kilopascal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Pressure specifications in psi/kPa
61/420
Traveling speeds up to max. of 100 mph/
160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those exceed-
ing 100 mph/160 km/h
32/220
32/220
32/220
33/230
35/240
245/45 R 17 95 W 245/45 R 17 99 V M+S XL 225/50 R 17 94 W M+S 225/50 R 17 94 W 225/50 R 17 94 H M+S 245/40 R 18 93 W 245/40 R 18 97 V M+S XL Front: 245/40 R 18 93 W Rear: 275/35 R 18 95 W More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 263.
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535i xDrive Touring
Tire size Compact wheel*: T 135/80 R 17 102 M
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/ kilopascal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Pressure specifications in psi/kPa
61/420
Traveling speeds up to max. of 100 mph/
160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those exceed-
ing 100 mph/160 km/h
33/230
225/50 R 17 94 W M+S 225/50 R 17 94 W 245/45 R 17 95 W 225/50 R 17 94 H M+S 245/45 R 17 99 V M+S XL 245/40 R 18 93 Y 245/40 R 18 97 V M+S XL More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 264.
38/260
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550i
Tire size Compact wheel*: T 135/80 R 17 102 M
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/ kilopascal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Pressure specifications in psi/kPa
61/420
Traveling speeds up to max. of 100 mph/
160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those exceed-
ing 100 mph/160 km/h
32/220
35/240
38/260
38/260
32/220
32/220
245/40 R 18 93 Y 245/45 R 17 95 W 245/45 R 17 99 V M+S XL 225/50 R 17 94 H M+S 225/50 R 17 94 W 245/40 R 18 97 V M+S XL Front: 245/40 R 18 93 Y Rear: 275/35 R 18 95 Y Front: 245/35 R 19 93 Y XL Rear: 275/30 R 19 96 Y XL More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 263.
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Tire identification marks Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify and choose the right tires.
225/50 R 17 94 W
Tire size e.g. Nominal width in mm Aspect ratio in Ξ Radial belt construction Rim diameter in inches Load rating, (not on ZR tires) Speed code letter (in front of the R on ZR tires)
Speed letter Q= up to 100 mph/160 km/h 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 Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
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DOT code:
DOT xxxx xxx 1008
e.g. Manufacturer code for tire make Tire size and tire design Tire age
Tire age The manufacturing date of tires is contained in the tire coding: DOT ... 1008 indicates that the tire was manufactured in week 10 of 2008. BMW recommends that you replace all tires after 6 years at most, even if some tires may last for 10 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: Tread wear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
DOT Quality Grades Tread wear Traction AA A B C Temperature A B C
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition
to these grades.<
Tread wear The tread wear 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 (1γ) 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, how- ever, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteris- tics and climate.
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Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement, as measured under con- trolled conditions on specified government test surfaces 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, cor- nering, hydroplaning, or peak traction charac- teristics.<
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. Sustained 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 Vehi- cle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly
inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either sep- arately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.<
RSC – run-flat tires You will recognize run-flat tires by a circular symbol containing the letters RSC on the side of the tire, refer to page 229.
M+S Winter and all-season tires. These have better winter properties than sum- mer tires.
XL Indicates specially reinforced tires.
Tire condition Inspect your tires frequently for tread wear, signs of damage and for foreign objects lodged in the tread. Check the tread depth.
Minimum tread depth The tread depth should not drop below 0.12 in/ 3 mm, although, for example, European legisla- tion only specifies a minimum tread depth of 0.063 in/1.6 mm. At tread depths below 0.12 in/ 3 mm there is an increased risk of high-speed hydroplaning, even when only small amounts of water are present on the road surface. When winter tires wear down past a tread depth of 0.16 in/4 mm, they become perceptibly less suitable for winter conditions. For the sake of safety, new tires should be installed.
ple, be caused by driving over curbs. These kinds of problems may also be signaled by other changes in vehicle response, such as a strong tendency to pull to the left or right.
In these cases, reduce speed immedi- ately and have wheels and tires thor-
oughly checked. To do so, drive carefully to the nearest BMW center or tire shop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor- respondingly trained personnel. If necessary, have the vehicle towed there. Otherwise, tire damage can be extremely dangerous to vehicle occupants and other road users.<
Run-flat tires*
Wear indicators at the tread-groove base, refer to arrow, are distributed over the tire's circum- ference and are marked on the side of the tire with TWI – Tread Wear Indicator. If the tire tread has been driven down to the wear indicators, a tread depth of 0.063 in/1.6 mm has been reached.
Wheel/tire damage Please note that low-profile tires cause wheels, tires and suspension parts to be more suscep- tible to road hazards and consequential dam- ages. Unusual vibrations encountered during normal vehicle operation can indicate tire failure or some other vehicle defect. This can, for exam-
You will recognize run-flat tires by the circular symbol containing the letters RSC on the side of the tire. Run-flat tires consist of partially self-contained tires and special rims. The sidewall reinforce- ment ensures that the tire retains some residual safety in the event of pressure drop and driving remains possible to a restricted degree. To continue driving with a damaged tire: > With Flat Tire Monitor, refer to Indication of
a flat tire, page 96
> With Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to Mes-
sage with low tire inflation pressure, page 98
New wheels and tires
Have new wheels and tires installed only by your BMW center or tire shop that works according to BMW repair procedures
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with correspondingly trained personnel. If this work is not carried out properly, there is a dan- ger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards. Make sure that the new wheels are bal- anced.<
Retreaded tires
BMW does not recommend that you use retreaded tires, as driving safety may be impaired. The causes for this include the possi- bly different tire casing structures and the often wide variations in their age, which can result in a limited service life.<
The right wheels and tires
BMW recommends that you use only wheel and tire combinations that BMW
has tested and approved for your particular vehicle. Variations in factors such as manufac- turing tolerances mean that even wheels and tires with identical official size ratings could actually have different dimensions than the approved units – these differences could lead to body contact, and with it the risk of severe acci- dents. If non-approved wheels and tires are used, BMW cannot evaluate their suitability, and therefore cannot be held liable for driving safety.< You can inquire about the right wheel/tire com- bination at your BMW center. The correct wheel/tire combination also affects various systems whose function would other- wise be impaired, e.g. ABS, DSC or xDrive. To maintain good handling and vehicle response, use only tires of a single tread config- uration from a single manufacturer. Following tire damage, have the original wheel and tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible.
Wheels with electronics for TPM Tire Pressure Monitor When mounting new tires or converting from summer to winter tires or vice versa, only use wheels with TPM electronics, otherwise the Tire Pressure Monitor cannot detect a flat tire,
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refer to page 97. Your BMW center will be happy to advise you on this subject.
Recommended tire brands
Certain tire makes are recommended by BMW depending on the tire size. You can recognize these from the clearly visible BMW marking on the tire sidewall. When used properly, these tires comply with the most demanding standards for safety and vehicle response.
Run-flat tires When mounting new tires, or changing from summer to winter tires or vice versa, use run-flat tires for your own safety. In addition, no spare tire is available in case of a flat tire. Your BMW center will be glad to advise you.
Special characteristics of winter tires BMW recommends winter tires for use in cold winter driving conditions. Although all-season M+S tires provide better winter traction than summer tires, they generally fail to provide the same levels of cold-weather performance as winter tires.
Paying attention to speed
Always observe the maximum permissi- ble speed for the winter tires, otherwise tire damage may occur, which can result in acci- dents.<
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 pressure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
Rotating wheels between axles BMW does not recommend moving the front wheels to the rear or vice versa, as otherwise the handling characteristics may be impaired. With tires of different makes and types* such a change is not permissible.
Snow chains* BMW only tests certain fine-link snow chains, classifies them as road-safe and recommends them. Consult your BMW center for more infor- mation. Use is only permissible in pairs on the rear wheels. Observe the manufacturer's instructions when mounting snow chains. Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h with the chains mounted. After mounting snow chains, do not ini- tialize the Flat Tire Monitor, otherwise
incorrect displays can occur. When driving with snow chains, it may be prac- tical to briefly activate DTC, refer to page 92.<
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Closing
Close the hood from a height of approx. 16 in/ 40 cm with momentum. It must be clearly heard to engage.
Make sure that the closing path of the hood is clear, otherwise injuries may
result. If you see any signs that the hood is not com- pletely closed while driving your vehicle, you should stop at once and close it securely.<
Under the hood
Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without
the required professional technical training. If you do not know what repair procedures to follow, have work on your vehicle done only by your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor- respondingly trained personnel. If this work is not carried out properly, there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety haz- ards.<
Hood
Releasing
Pull lever.
Opening
Press the release handle and open the hood. Do not open the hood until the engine has cooled down.
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Engine compartment
1 Filler spout for engine oil, refer to Adding
engine oil
2 Starting-aid terminal, refer to page 254
3 Filler neck for washer fluid of the headlampand windshield cleaning systems, refer to page 70
4 Expansion tank for coolant, refer to
page 235
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Engine oil The engine oil consumption is dependent on driving style and driving conditions.
6. Change to the second field from the top if
necessary. Turn the controller until "Engine oil level" is selected and press the control- ler. The oil level is displayed.
Checking engine oil level Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic oil level check. The condition for the most accurate indication of the oil level possible is measurement with the engine at operating temperature, i.e. following an uninterrupted drive of at least 6 miles/10 km. You can display the oil level on the Control Dis- play while driving or when stopped on a level surface with the engine running. iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Turn the controller until "Info sources" is
selected and press the controller.
4. Turn the controller until "Service Info" is
selected and press the controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Service requirements" is selected and press the controller.
Possible messages > "Engine oil level O.K." > "No measurement available: Updating
engine oil level measurement...": The engine oil level is measured. This pro- cess can take approx. 1 minute when stopped on a level surface with the engine running and approx. 5 minutes while driv- ing. If the engine oil has been topped off, the measurement of the oil level can take up to 30 minutes.
> "Oil level at the minimum! Refill with 1 quart
of engine oil.": Add a maximum of 1 US quart/liter of engine oil at the next opportunity, refer also to Adding engine oil below. Add at least 0.5 US quart/liter of oil; otherwise, the oil level check cannot reliably display the new oil level. If the oil level displayed is below minimum, add engine oil immediately. Failure to do so may lead to engine damage. > "Engine oil level too high"*:
Have the vehicle checked immedi- ately, otherwise engine damage may
result if too much oil has been added.<
> "Please observe recalculated service inter-
val for engine oil": Do not add engine oil. Before continuing to drive, note the recalculated remaining mile- age until the next oil change service, refer to Service requirements on page 82. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
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Adding engine oil
Do not add 1 US quart/liter of oil until a corre- sponding message is shown on the Control Dis- play.
Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km, otherwise the engine could be dam-
aged.<
Your BMW center will be happy to answer detailed questions on BMW High Perfor-
mance Synthetic Oil or approved synthetic oils.< You can also call BMW of North America at 1-800-831-1117 or visit the website at www.bmwusa.com to obtain this information.
Viscosity grades Viscosity is a measure of an oil's flow rating and is specified in SAE grades. The choice of the right SAE grade is based on the climatic conditions in the region in which you normally drive your BMW.
Approved oils belong to the 0W-40, 0W- 30, 5W-40 and 5W-30 SAE grades.<
Continuous exposure to used oil has caused cancer in laboratory testing.
These oils can be used for driving at all outside temperatures.
For this reason, any skin areas that come into contact with oil should be thoroughly washed with soap and water. Keep oil, grease etc. out of reach of children and observe the warnings on the containers to pre- vent health risks.<
Oil change Have oil changed only at your BMW center or at a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel.
Approved engine oils The quality of the engine oil selected has critical significance for the operation and service life of an engine. BMW continuously approves spe- cific oils after confirming their suitability for use in its vehicles with extensive testing.
Do not use oil additives, as these may result in engine damage.<
Only use approved BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil. If BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil is unavailable, you can add small quantities of other synthetic oils between oil changes. Only use oils of the specification API SM or higher.
Coolant
Do not add coolant to the cooling system when the engine is hot. Escaping coolant
can cause burns.< Coolant is composed of equal parts water and a coolant additive. Not all commercially available additives are suitable for your BMW. Ask your BMW center for suitable additives.
Only use suitable additives, otherwise engine damage may result. The additives
present a health hazard; observe the instruc- tions on the containers.<
Comply with the appropriate environ- mental protection regulations when dis-
posing of coolant additives.<
Checking coolant level 1. Do not open the hood until the engine has
cooled down.
2. Turn the cap of the expansion tank counter-
clockwise to allow any accumulated pres- sure to escape, then continue turning to open.
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3. The coolant level is correct when the cool-
ant level is between the MIN and MAX marks, refer to the diagram adjacent to the filler neck.
4.
If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specified level – do not overfill.
5. Turn the cap until there is an audible click. 6. Have the reason for the coolant loss elimi-
nated as soon as possible.
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Maintenance
BMW maintenance system
The BMW maintenance system supports the preservation of the traffic and operating safety of your BMW. The ultimate objective is to ensure economical maintenance by providing the ideal service for your vehicle. Should the day come when you decide to sell your BMW, a complete dealer service history will prove to be an asset of inestimable value.
CBS Condition Based Service Sensors and special algorithms take the differ- ent driving conditions of your BMW into account. Condition Based Service uses this to determine the current and future service requirements. By letting you define a service and maintenance regimen that reflects your own individual requirements, the system builds the basis for trouble-free driving. You can set the Control Display to show remaining distances and times of selected maintenance intervals and legally mandated deadlines, refer to page 82: > Engine oil > Brake pads, separate for the front and rear > Brake fluid > Vehicle check > Legally mandated inspections depending
on local regulations
Service data in remote control Your vehicle stores the information required maintenance continuously in the remote con- trol during driving. After accessing the data stored in the remote control, your BMW Service Advisor can suggest precisely the right array of service procedures for your own individual vehi- cle. You should therefore hand over the remote control you last used to drive to the BMW Ser- vice Advisor when you take your vehicle in for service.
Make sure the date is set correctly, refer to page 88, otherwise the effectiveness
of CBS Condition Based Service is not ensured.<
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 require- ments.
BMW recommends that you have service and repair operations performed at your
BMW center. Take the time to ensure that these service pro- cedures are confirmed by entries in your vehi- cle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. These entries verify that your vehicle has received the speci- fied regular maintenance.<
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Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnostics interface
be transmitted or recorded to enable corre- sponding services.
Components which are decisive for the exhaust-gas composition can be checked via the OBD socket with a device. This socket is located to the left on the driver's side, on the underside of the instrument panel under a cover.
Exhaust-gas values
The warning lamp lights up. The exhaust-gas values worsen. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible. Display of the previously described malfunction in Canadian models. The lamp flashes under certain condi- tions. This is a sign of excessive misfiring of the engine. In this case you should reduce speed and drive to the nearest BMW center as soon as possible. Heavy engine misfiring causes seri- ous damage to the emission-relevant compo- nents, especially the catalytic converter, within a short time.
If the fuel filler cap is not properly tight- ened, the OBD system will assume that fuel vapor escapes. Then a display lights up. If the cap is then tightened, the display will go out within a few days.<
Event Data Recorders Your vehicle may be equipped with one or sev- eral measuring and diagnosis modules, or with a device for recording or transmitting certain vehicle data or information. If you have also sub- scribed to BMW Assist, certain vehicle data can
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Care
Car-care products Regular cleaning and care make a significant contribution to retaining your BMW's value. For the cleaning and care of your vehicle, BMW recommends using only products that BMW has approved for this purpose. Your BMW center will be glad to advise you about products and services for the cleaning and care of your BMW.
Genuine BMW Care Products are materi- als tested, laboratory tested, and tested in
actual use. They offer optimum care and pro- tection for your vehicle.<
Do not use cleaners that contain alcohol or solvents; they can damage your vehi-
cle.<
Cleaning agents can contain substances that are dangerous or pose health risks. You should therefore heed the warnings and hazard indications on the packaging. Open the doors or windows on your vehicle whenever cleaning the interior. Make sure there is suffi- cient ventilation in enclosed spaces. Use only products that are formulated for vehicle clean- ing.<
Exterior care
Washing your vehicle
In the winter months, it is especially important to ensure that the vehicle is washed on a regular basis. Otherwise, signifi- cant soiling and road salt can cause damage to the vehicle.<
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes briefly to dry them. Failure to do so may lead to a reduction in braking efficiency and also to corrosion of the brake rotors.<
Car washes Give preference to cloth car washes.
Before driving into the car wash, make sure that it is suitable for your BMW. Pay attention to the following points: > Dimensions of your vehicle, refer to
page 261.
> If necessary, fold in the outside rearview
mirrors, refer to page 55.
> Maximum permissible tire width. Preparations for driving into the car wash: > Deactivate rain sensor to prevent unwanted
wiper activation.
> Deactivate rear window wiper* and protect
it from damage. Take appropriate protec- tive measures; inquiring with the car wash operator as needed.
> Remove additional add-on parts, e.g. spoil-
ers or phone antennas, if they could be damaged.
Automatic transmission Before driving into the car wash, make sure the vehicle is able to roll by making sure to: 1.
Insert the remote control into the ignition lock, even with comfort access.
2. Shift into transmission position N. 3. Release the parking brake. 4. Switch off the engine. 5. Leave the remote control in the ignition lock
so that the vehicle can roll.
Steam cleaners/high-pressure cleaning jets
When using steam jets or high-pressure washers, ensure that you maintain suffi-
cient clearance to the vehicle and do not exceed a temperature of 1407/606. Insufficient distance or excessive pressure or temperature can damage parts of the vehicle or can result in water penetration. Follow the oper- ating instructions for the high-pressure clean- ing jets.<
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When using high-pressure cleaning jets, do not remain in one place for a long time
and be sure to maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm from sensors, e.g. Park Distance Control sensors or radar sensors.<
Hand washing When washing the vehicle by hand, use plenty of water and car washing shampoo. Clean the vehicle with gentle pressure using a sponge or a washing brush.
Before cleaning the windshield, deacti- vate the rain sensor or switch off the igni-
tion to prevent unwanted wiper operation.<
Follow local guidelines for washing vehi- cles by hand.<
Headlamps Do not rub dry and never use abrasives or strong solvents to clean the covers. Loosen dirt, e.g. insects, with shampoo or insect remover and wash away with plenty of water. Use a window de-icer to remove accumulated ice and snow, not a scraper.
Windows Use a glass cleaner to clean the inside and out- side surfaces of the windows and the glass sur- faces of the mirrors.
Do not use quartz-containing cleansers to clean glass surfaces of the mirrors.<
Wiper blades Clean with soapy water and replace regularly to prevent streaking.
The presence of wax and sealant residues and dirt on the windows leads to streaking during wiper operation and results in premature wear on wiper blades as well as interference with the rain sensor.<
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