BMW 2009 X6 xDrive50i Owner's Manual

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When using steam cleaners or high-pres-
sure 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 oper-
ating instructions for the high-pressure clean-
ing jets.

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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 and cameras, e.g. 
Park Distance Control sensors or rear view 
camera.

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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, deacti-
vate the rain sensor or switch off the igni-

tion to prevent unwanted wiper operation.

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Follow local guidelines for washing vehi-
cles by hand.

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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.

Use a glass cleaner to clean the inside and out-
side surfaces of the windows and the glass sur-
faces of the mirrors.

Do not use quartz-containing cleansers 
to clean glass surfaces of the mirrors.

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Clean with soapy water and replace regularly to 
prevent streaking.

The presence of wax and sealant residues 
and dirt on the windows leads to streaking 

during wiper operation and results in premature 
wear on wiper blades as well as interference 
with the rain sensor.

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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; other-
wise, they may damage your paint.

Repair stone damage or scratches imme-
diately, depending on the severity of the 

damage, to prevent the formation of rust.

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BMW recommends having paint damage pro-
fessionally repaired using Genuine BMW finish 
materials in accordance with factory guidelines.

Sealant is required when water no longer beads 
on the clean surface of the paint. Use only prod-
ucts that contain carnauba wax or synthetic wax 
to seal your finish.

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.

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Particularly after exposure to road salt, thor-
oughly cleanse parts like the radiator grille, door 
handles, or window frames with plenty of water 

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