Mini COUNTRYMAN Owner's Manual page 308

MOBILITY
cleaning vehicles. Follow the instructions
on the packaging.
Vehicle paintwork
General information
Regular vehicle care contributes to driving
safety and value retention. Environmental
influences in areas with elevated air pollu-
tion or natural contaminants, such as tree
resin or pollen can affect the vehicle paint-
work. Tailor the frequency and extent of
your vehicle care to these influences.
Corrosive substances such as spilled fuel,
oil, grease or bird droppings, must be re-
moved immediately to prevent the finish
from being altered or discolored.
Matte paintwork
Only use cleaning and care products suita-
ble for vehicles with matte paintwork.
Leather care
Remove dust from the leather regularly, us-
ing a cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to heavy
abrasion 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
because contamination on such surfaces is
substantially more visible.
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt
and grease will gradually break down the
protective coating of the leather surface.
Synthetic leather care
Clean synthetic leather regularly with a
damp microfiber cloth or vacuum cleaner.
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Otherwise, dust and road grime particles
will rub into pores and folds, causing signif-
icant abrasion and premature degradation
of the surface.
In case of major soiling, use a moist soft
sponge or microfiber cloth with suitable in-
terior cleaners.
Immediately remove aggressive substances
such as sunscreen to prevent the synthetic
leather from being altered or discolored.
Upholstery material care
General information
Vacuum the cushions regularly with a vac-
uum cleaner.
If upholstery is very contaminated, for in-
stance with beverage stains, use a soft
sponge or microfiber cloth with a suitable
interior cleaner.
Clean the cushions down to the seams using
large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the
material vigorously.
Safety information
NOTICE
Open hook and loop fasteners on articles
of clothing can damage the seat covers and
other cloth upholstery in the vehicle.
There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Ensure
that any Velcro® fasteners are closed.
Caring for special components
Light-alloy wheels
When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral
rim cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9.
Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or
steam cleaners above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow
the manufacturer's instructions.