2010 BMW 328 Owner's Manual - Page 229

Outside sensors/cameras Keep the sensors and cameras on the outside of the vehicle, e.g. those for Park Distance Control, clean and free of ice to ensure that they remain fully functional.< The floor mats can be removed for cleaning. When replacing the mats, ensure that the seat rails do not extend over the floor mats, as this may damage the mats. Lint on the floor mats occurs for technical reasons and can be removed by vacuuming repeatedly. Interior plastic parts > Imitation leather surfaces > Lamp glasses > Display pane of instrument cluster > Matte parts Clean with water and solvent-free plastic cleaner if necessary. Upholstery fabrics/cloth trims/ Alcantara fabrics Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner to remove superficial dirt. To remove severe spots such as stains from beverages, use a soft sponge or lint-free microfiber cloth and suitable interior cleaners. Follow the instructions on the packaging. Clean the upholstery down to the seams using a sweeping motion. Avoid strong rubbing.< Opened Velcro fasteners on pants or other articles of clothing can damage the seat covers. Ensure that Velcro fasteners are closed.< Fine wood parts Clean fine wood trim and fine wood parts with a damp cloth. Wipe dry with a soft cloth. Safety belts Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and thus have a negative impact on safety. Do not clean chemically, as this may destroy the webbing.< Leather/leather trim The leather used by BMW is a high quality natural product. Slight irregularities in the leather are a typical characteristic of natural leather.< Dust and road grit in the pores and folds of the leather have an abrasive effect, leading to increased wear and causing the leather surface to become brittle prematurely. Therefore, frequently clean the leather of dust using a cloth or vacuum cleaner. Clean light-colored leather more frequently as dust and dirt are more noticeable. Treat the leather at least once every two months using a leather lotion as dirt and grease will gradually attack the leather's protective layer. Interior sensors/cameras To clean interior sensors and cameras, e.g. of the high-beam assistant, use a lint-free cloth moistened with glass cleaner. Displays To clean displays, e.g. of the radio or instrument cluster, use a cleaning cloth for displays or a soft, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth. Avoid applying excessive pressure when cleaning the displays; otherwise, damage may occur.< Do not use chemical or abrasive household cleaning agents. Keep all types of fluid away from the device. Otherwise, surfaces or electrical components may be corroded or damaged.< Carpets/cargo area You can vacuum the carpets and floor mats or clean them with interior cleaner if heavily soiled. 227 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 603 048 - © 08/09 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls Interior care At a glance