2010 BMW X5 Owner's Manual - Page 249

Steam cleaners/high-pressure cleaning jets When using steam cleaners or high-pressure cleaning jets, make sure to maintain a sufficient distance and stay below a maximum temperature of 140 7/606. Insufficient distance or excessive pressure or temperature can damage parts of the vehicle or can result in water penetration. Follow the operating instructions for the high-pressure cleaning jets.< Do not spray the sensors and cameras, e.g. of Park Distance Control, Top View, or rear view camera, with high-pressure cleaners for long periods and keep the spray nozzle at least 12 in/30 cm away from them.< Caring for the vehicle finish 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, 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. 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. 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. 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. 247 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 756 - © 06/09 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance