2009 BMW 650 Owner's Manual - Page 231

Repairing paint damage Repair stone damage or scratches immediately, depending on the severity of the damage, to prevent the formation of rust.< BMW recommends having paint damage professionally repaired using Genuine BMW finish materials in accordance with factory guidelines. Interior care Upholstery materials/cloth-covered paneling Clean regularly with a vacuum cleaner in order to remove surface dirt. In the event of more serious soiling such as beverage stains, use a soft sponge or a lint-free microfiber cloth in combination with suitable interior cleaners. Follow the instructions on the packaging. Clean upholstery material over a large area extending out to the seams. Avoid intense friction.< Open Velcro fasteners on pants or other items of clothing can cause damage to the seat covering. Make sure that the Velcro fasteners are closed.< Waxing Sealant is required when water no longer beads on the clean surface of the paint. Use only products that contain carnauba wax or synthetic wax to seal your finish. Rubber gaskets Treat only with water or a rubber care product. To avoid noise or damage, do not use products that contain silicone to care for rubber gaskets.< Chrome components Particularly after exposure to road salt, thoroughly cleanse parts like the radiator grille, door handles, or window frames with plenty of water with shampoo added to it. For additional treatment, use chrome polish. The leather used by BMW is a high quality natural product. Slight patterns in the grain are part of the typical properties of a natural leather.< Dust and dirt from the road chafe in pores and folds and result in considerable wear and cause the leather surface to become prematurely brittle. We therefore suggest that you clean the leather with a dust cloth or vacuum cleaner at regular intervals. Particularly with light-colored leather, make sure to clean it regularly since it has a greater tendency to become soiled. Treat the leather twice a year with a leather lotion since dirt and grease harm the protective layer of the leather. Alloy wheels Depending on your system, braking can generate dust, which settles on the light-alloy wheels. Remove this dust regularly with acid-free wheel cleaner. Do not use aggressive, acid-containing, strongly alkaline, or coarse cleansers and do not use steam cleaners at temperatures greater than 60 °C; otherwise you may damage your vehicle.< Outside sensors Sensors outside the vehicle, such as Park Distance Control sensors or radar sensors, should be kept clean and free of ice to maintain their full function.< Carpets/luggage compartment Mobility Reference Carpeting, floor mats, and luggage compartment rugs and paneling can be cleaned with a vacuum or in the event of more serious soiling, cleansed with an interior cleaner. Floor mats and luggage compartment rugs can be removed for cleaning. When inserting into place, make sure that the seat rails do not pro- 229 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Leather/leather-covered paneling Driving tips Controls At a glance