BMW 2011 M3 Convertible Manual Do Proprietário

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Before driving into an automatic car wash, per-
form the following steps to ensure that the vehi-
cle can roll:

1.

Insert the remote control into the ignition 
lock, even with Comfort Access.

2.

Engage transmission position N.

3.

Release the parking brake.

4.

Switch off the engine.

5.

Leave the remote control in the ignition lock 
so that the vehicle can roll.

The transmission is switched into position P:

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automatically after approx. 30 minutes

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if you remove the infrared remote control 
from the ignition lock

When using steam jets or high-pressure 
washers, ensure that you maintain suffi-

cient clearance to the vehicle and do not exceed 
a temperature of 140

7/606. 

Insufficient clearance or excessive pressure or 
temperature can lead to component damage or 
water penetration. Follow the operating instruc-
tions of the high-pressure washer.

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When using high-pressure washers, do 
not spray against the sensors and cam-

eras, e.g. of the Park Distance Control or Rear 
View Camera, for an extended period and main-
tain a distance of at least 1 ft/30 cm.

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When washing the vehicle by hand, use large 
quantities of water and car shampoo if neces-
sary. Clean the vehicle with a sponge or wash-
ing brush, applying light pressure only.

Before cleaning the windshield, deacti-
vate the rain sensor or switch off the igni-

tion to prevent unintentional activation of the 
wipers.

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Observe local regulations pertaining to 
washing vehicles by hand.

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Do not rub them dry and do not use abrasive or 
corrosive cleaning agents.
Loosen dirt, e.g. insects, with shampoo or 
insect remover and wash away with copious 
quantities of water.
Thaw ice with a windshield deicer and do not 
use an ice scraper.

Clean the inside and outside surfaces of the 
windows and the mirrors with window cleaner.

Do not clean the mirrors with cleaners 
containing quartz.

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Proceed as you would in a normal car wash.

When you open a wet hardtop, water 
drops may run into the cargo area. If nec-

essary, remove items from the cargo area 
beforehand to avoid water stains or soiling.

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Regular care contributes to value retention and 
protects the paintwork against the long-term 
effects of damaging substances.
Region-specific environmental influences can 
damage the vehicle paintwork. Therefore, it is 
important to adapt the frequency and scope of 
car care accordingly.
Immediately remove aggressive materials such 
as spilled fuel, oil, grease, brake fluid, tree sap or 
bird droppings to prevent damage to the paint-
work.

Immediately repair scratches or similar 
damage, such as that caused by stones 

hitting the vehicle, where necessary to prevent 
rusting.

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BMW recommends having paintwork damage 
repaired by a professional paint repair work-
shop according to BMW specifications using 
original BMW paint materials.

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