2010 BMW 550 Owner's Manual - Page 220
2010 BMW 550 Manual
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Care ating instructions for the high-pressure cleaning jets.< 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.< brake fluid, tree resin, or bird droppings; otherwise, they may damage your paint. 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. 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, deactivate the rain sensor or switch off the ignition to prevent unwanted wiper operation.< Follow local guidelines for washing vehicles by hand.< 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.< 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. 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. Windows Use a glass cleaner to clean the inside and outside surfaces of the windows and the glass surfaces of the mirrors. Do not use quartz-containing cleansers to clean glass surfaces of the mirrors.< 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 140 °F/606, otherwise you may damage your vehicle.< Paintwork care Regular care helps your vehicle retain its value and protects the paint from the long-term effects of aggressive substances. Regionally occurring environmental factors can affect and damage vehicle finish. It is therefore important to tailor the frequency and extent of your car care accordingly. Immediately remove particularly aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil, grease, 218 Outside sensors Sensors on the outside of the vehicle, such as Park Distance Control sensors or radar sensors, should be kept clean and free of ice to retain their full function. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG