Vehicle features and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country-specific
and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily ava
Vehicle care products
General information
BMW recommends using vehicle care and
cleaning products from BMW. Suitable care
products are available from a dealer's service
center or another qualified ser
Caring for special components
Light-alloy wheels
When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral
wheel cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9. Do
not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam jets
above 140 â
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC
DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION).
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove ignition key
Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
Remove RIGHT LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM PANEL
Unlock plug connections (2) and disconnect.
Remove control unit (1).
IMPORTANT: Comply with the following topics from "Body, General":
Safety regulations.
Handling electrical/electronic equipment, airbags and restraint systems.
1. General information
The following procedures are used for repairs:
MAG welding (M etal Ac tive G as welding)
Resistance pressure sp