Interior care

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.

a sweeping motion. Avoid strong rubbing. Clean the upholstery down to the seams using a sweeping motion. Avoid strong rubbing.

of clothing can damage the seat covers. Ensure that Velcro fasteners are closed. Opened Velcro fasteners on pants or other articles of clothing can damage the seat covers. Ensure that Velcro fasteners are closed.

Leather/leather trim

product. Slight irregularities in the leather are a typical characteristic of natural 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.

Carpet and floor mats

of the movement range of the pedals; otherwise, they may inhibit the function of Keep floor mats, carpet, and other objects out of the movement range of the pedals; otherwise, they may inhibit the function of the pedals during driving.

Do not place additional floor mats onto an existing one or onto other objects.

Only use floor mats that have been approved for the vehicle and can be appropriately fastened. Make sure that the floor mats are securely fastened again after they have been removed, e.g. for cleaning.

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.

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.

the webbing. Do not clean chemically, as this may destroy the webbing.

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.

the displays; otherwise, damage may occur. Avoid applying excessive pressure when cleaning the displays; otherwise, damage may occur.

agents. Keep all types of fluid away from the device. Otherwise, surfaces or electrical 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.

CD/DVD drives

of the drive. Do not use a cleaning CD, as it may damage parts of the drive.

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