2017 BMW I3 Owners Manual

Tow
truck
The vehicle should only be transported on aloading platform.
NOTE
The vehicle can become damaged when
lifting and securing it.
There is a risk of damage to property.
'yLift the vehicle using suitable means.'yDo not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow fitting, body parts, or suspension parts.'

Tow
fitting
General
information
The screw-in tow fitting should always be carj
ried in the vehicle.
The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front
or rear of the vehicle.
The tow fitting is located in the storage comj
partment under the hood.
Use of the tow fitting:
'yUse only the tow fitting provided with the
vehicle and screw it all the way in.'yUse the tow fitting for towing on paved
roads only.'yAvoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, for instance do not lift the vehicle by the towfitting.
Safety
information
NOTE
If the tow fitting is not used as intended,
there may be damage to the vehicle or to the
tow fitting. There is a risk of damage to propj
erty. Observe the notes on using the tow fitj
ting.'

'yDo not inhale any gases escaping from the
high-voltage battery; if needed, maintain a safe distance from the vehicle.Seite 219Breakdown
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CareVehicle
features
and
optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Vehicle
washes
General
information
Regularly remove foreign objects such as leaves in the area below the windshield when
the hood is raised.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in
winter. Intense soiling and road salt can damj age the vehicle.
Steam
blaster
and
high-pressure
washer
Safety
information NOTE
When washing, water can get into the
open charging socket. There is a risk of propj
erty damage. Close the charging socket flap while washing.'

'yAvoid vehicle washes with guide rails
higher than 4 in/10 cm to avoid damage to
the chassis.'yObserve the tire width of the guide rail to
avoid damage to tires and rims.'yFold in exterior mirrors to avoid damage to the exterior mirrors.'yUnscrew the rod antenna to avoid the rod
antenna breaking off.'yDeactivate the wiper and, if necessary, rain sensor to avoid damage to the wiper sysj
tem.'

taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can afj
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the frej
quency and extent of your vehicle care to
these influences.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil, grease or bird droppings, must be removed imjmediately to prevent the finish from being alj
tered or discolored.
Matte
finish Only use cleaning and care products suitable
for vehicles with matte finish.
Leather
care
Remove dust from the leather regularly, using
a cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased
wear and premature degradation of the leather
surface.
To guard against discoloration, such as from clothing, clean leather and provide leather care roughly every two months.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently bej cause soiling on such surfaces is substantiallymore visible.
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and grease will gradually break down the protective layer of the leather surface.
Upholstery
material
care
General
information
Vacuum the upholstery regularly with a vacj
uum cleaner.
If upholstery is very dirty, for instance with bevj erage stains, use a soft sponge or microfiber
cloth with a suitable cleaning agent.
Clean the upholstery down to the seams using
large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the
material vigorously.Safety
information
NOTE
Open Velcron fasteners on articles of
clothing can damage the seat covers. There is
a risk of property damage. Ensure that any Velj
cron fasteners are closed.'

Fine
wood
partsClean fine wood facing and fine wood compojnents only with a suitable care product.
Kenaf
Only treat parts made of Kenaf fibers, e.g., in
the door trims, using suitable care products.
Plastic
components NOTE
Cleansers that contain alcohol or solj
vents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty
grease removers, fuel, or such, can damage
plastic parts. There is a risk of property damj
age. Clean with a microfiber cloth. Dampen
cloth lightly with water.'

Long
idle
times
and
long-term
vehicle
storage
Concept
For idle phases that last several weeks, park
the vehicle with a fully charged battery if possij ble.
Do not park the vehicle for longer than 14 days
if the electric range is less than 6 mls, approx.
10 km.
With storage times of up to three months, if possible plug the vehicle into a compatible
power source or park it in a nearly fully charged
state.
General
information
Your dealer's service center or another qualij
fied service center or repair shop can advise you on what to consider when storing the vehijcle for longer than three months.
Follow the instructions for discharging the
high-voltage battery, refer to page 163.
Safety
information NOTE
The high-voltage battery can be damj
aged by excessive discharge. There is a risk of
property damage. Before storing the vehicle
for an extended period, ensure that the high-
voltage battery is fully charged. During the idle
period, connect the vehicle to a charging staj
tion at a compatible charging location. If necj
essary, the high-voltage battery will be
charged automatically. Make sure that the
charging process takes place. Regularly check
the charge state.
Do not allow the vehicle to sit idle for longer than four weeks with a charge state below apj
prox. 80 %.'