BMW 1 E87 convertible owners manual page 123

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temperature can lead to component damage or Convertible top care water penetration. Follow the operating instruc-The appearance and life of the convertible top tions for the steam jet or high-pressure depend on proper care and operation.e washer.< Follow these instructions: When using high-pressure washers, do > Do not fold the conver tible top into the con-anc not spray against the sensors and cam-vertible top box when the top is wet or fro- eras, e.g. of the Park Distance Control or Rear zen, as this may cause water spots, mold View Camera, for an extended period and main-stains or chafed areas.At a gl tain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.< > If water spots occur on the inside headliner Manual car wash despite precautions, remove them using a When washing the vehicle by hand, use large microfiber cloth and interior cleaner. quantities of water and car shampoo if neces-> If the vehicle is parked in enclosed areas for sary. Clean the vehicle with a sponge or wash-extended periods, ensure that there is suffi- ing brush, applying light pressure only.cient ventilation. Before cleaning the windshield, deacti-> Remove bird droppings immediately, as vate the rain sensor or switch off the igni-their corrosive ingredients attack the con- tion to prevent unintentional activation of the vertible top and damage the rubber seals.Controls wipers.< To remove stains from the convertible Observe local regulations pertaining to top, do not use stain removers, paint thin- washing vehicles by hand.< ners, solvents, benzine or similar substances. These substances may damage the rubber Headlamps parts. Improper care and cleaning may cause Do not rub them dry and do not use abrasive or the convertible top and convertible top seams s corrosive cleaning agents. to become leaky.< Remove contamination, such as insects, by To remove heavy soiling, use a special convert- tip soaking with shampoo or insect remover and ible top cleaner. ing then rinsing with plenty of water.Follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.iv Thaw ice with a windshield de-icer and do not After washing the convertible top three to five Dr use an ice scraper. times, treat it with an impregnating agent. Windows Paintwork care Clean the inside and outside surfaces of the Regular care contributes to value retention and windows and the mirrors with window cleaner.protects the paintwork against the long-term effects of damaging substances. Do not clean the mirrors with cleaners Region-specific environmental influences can containing quartz.< damage the vehicle paintwork. Therefore, it is ty li Wiper blades important to adapt the frequency and scope of car care accordingly. Mobi Clean with soapy water and replace regularly to Immediately remove very aggressive sub- avoid streaking. stances, e.g. spilled fuel, oil, grease, tree resin Wax and preservative residue and con-or bird droppings, to prevent damage to the tamination on the window can lead to paintwork. streaking when operating the windshield wip- ers, leading to premature wear of the wiper blades and causing the rain sensor to malfunc- nce tion.< 121 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AGRefere

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