Care – BMW 128i Convertible 2011 User Manual

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Care

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Sports automatic transmission with
double clutch

Before driving into an automatic car wash, per-
form the following steps to ensure that the vehi-
cle can roll:

Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock, even with Comfort Access.

Engage transmission position N.

Release the parking brake.

Switch off the engine.

Leave the remote control in the ignition lock
so that the vehicle can roll.

The transmission is switched into position P:

automatically after approx. 30 minutes

if you remove the infrared remote control
from the ignition lock

Steam jets/high-pressure washers

When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, make sure to maintain sufficient

distance from the vehicle and do not exceed a
temperature of 140

7/606.

Insufficient clearance or excessive pressure or
temperature can lead to component damage or
water penetration. Follow the operating instruc-
tions for the steam jet or high-pressure
washer.

When using high-pressure washers, do
not spray against the sensors and cam-

eras, e.g. of the Park Distance Control or Rear
View Camera, for an extended period and main-
tain a distance of at least 1 ft/30 cm.

Manual car wash

When washing the vehicle by hand, use large
quantities of water and car shampoo if neces-
sary. Clean the vehicle with a sponge or wash-
ing brush, applying light pressure only.

Before cleaning the windshield, deacti-
vate the rain sensor or switch off the igni-

tion to prevent unintentional activation of the
wipers.

Observe local regulations pertaining to
washing vehicles by hand.

Headlamps

Do not rub them dry and do not use abrasive or
corrosive cleaning agents.
Loosen dirt, e.g. insects, with shampoo or
insect remover and wash away with copious
quantities of water.
Thaw ice with a windshield deicer and do not
use an ice scraper.

Windows

Clean the inside and outside surfaces of the
windows and the mirrors with window cleaner.

Do not clean the mirrors with cleaners
containing quartz.

Convertible top care

The appearance and life of the convertible top
depend on proper care and operation.
Follow these instructions:

Do not fold the convertible top into the con-
vertible top box when the top is wet or fro-
zen, as this may cause water spots, mold
stains or chafed areas.

If water spots occur on the inside headliner
despite precautions, remove them using a
microfiber cloth and interior cleaner.

If the vehicle is parked in enclosed areas for
extended periods, ensure that there is suffi-
cient ventilation.

Remove bird droppings immediately, as
their corrosive ingredients attack the con-
vertible top and damage the rubber seals.

To remove stains from the convertible
top, do not use stain removers, paint thin-

ners, solvents, benzine or similar substances.
These substances may damage the rubber
parts. Improper care and cleaning may cause
the convertible top and convertible top seams
to become leaky.

To remove heavy soiling, use a special convert-
ible top cleaner.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.
After washing the convertible top three to five
times, treat it with an impregnating agent.