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2.

Engage transmission position N.

3.

Switch the engine off.
In this way, the ignition remains switched
on, and a Check-Control message is dis‐
played.

Do not turn off the ignition in the car
wash

Do not turn off the ignition in the car wash;
otherwise, the transmission position P is
engaged and damages can result.◀

To start the engine:

1.

Depress the brake pedal.

2.

Press the Start/Stop button.

Pressing the Start/Stop button without step‐
ping on the brake turns the ignition off.
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.

Completely remove all residues on the win‐
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and
wiper blade wear.

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
dangerous 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 af‐
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your car care to these
influences.
Aggressive substances, such as spilled fuel,
oil, grease or bird droppings, must be removed
immediately to prevent the finish from being
altered 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.

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