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Warning
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If the car is going to be driven right after a wash, make sure to brake several times while driving at slow speed so the brakes dry off. Failure to do so will reduce brake efficiency, which could lead to death or serious injury. |
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Do not wash the car while the charging cable is connected, or the charging hatch is open. Doing so could result in death or serious injuries. |
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NOTICE
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Make sure the brakes are dry before using the electric parking brake. Failure to do so can cause the electric parking brake to get stuck onto the brakes once they dry. |
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Do not wash the car when it is powered on. Doing so can damage electric components in the car. |
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Do not get water into the front hood or the charging port. Doing so can damage electric components in the car. |
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Do not clean the car with acidic cleaning agents, aggressive soap, gasoline, or solvents. Doing so could damage the paint. Instead, use only mild car shampoo to clean the car. |
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Do not scrape or use any abrasive cleaning fluid on glass or mirrored surfaces. This can damage the surface of the glass or mirror. |
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Regularly cleaning the car slows or prevents the buildup of corrosion, especially in places where the roads are treated with salt during the winter. Prolonged exposure to salt can drastically accelerate the development of corrosion on the undercarriage of the car.
Dirt, dust, dead insects, tar spots, and other contaminants can all cause damage to the paint. Remove contaminants as soon as possible to protect the paint. Clean your car with a wet sponge and some car shampoo. Do not forget to wash the shampoo off after, as leaving the shampoo on the car can damage the paint. Do not forget to regularly clean the underside of the car as well, especially if the car is frequently driven on salty roads.
Do not clean the car in direct sunlight or when it is hot to the touch.
Car wash mode
Car wash mode adjusts and disables certain functions to protect the car during washing. Activate car wash mode before washing the car. It can be enabled by voice control or the center display.
Note: After enabling car wash mode, exit the car and lock it, or lock it through the center display (if you are staying inside the car) for it to fully activate.
To enable car wash mode in the center display:
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Navigate to  .
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To enable car wash mode in the center display through the swipe-down menu:
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Open the swipe-down menu.
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Do not clean the car if the message The current car wash is at risk appears on the center display.
To disable car wash mode after cleaning the car, unlock the car from the outside using the key, or press Exit car wash mode from the car wash mode screen in the center display.
If the key is left inside the car after the car wash mode is enabled, press the capacitive switch on the door handle for six seconds to disable car wash mode.
Note: Car wash mode is automatically deactivated if the charge of the high-voltage battery is less than 20% or if the car drives above 15 km/h.
Automatic car wash
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NOTICE
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Do not take the car to an automatic car wash within the first month of purchase. The paint needs a month to fully set. |
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Some automatic car washes can cause water spots or scratches to the paint. This can be caused by old equipment, abrasive brushes, or other factors. Only visit touchless car washes, or avoid automatic car washes entirely, to prevent water spots and scratches. |
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Automatic washing is a quick and easy way to prevent buildup of contaminants on the car. However, it is not as thorough as hand washing.
We recommend:
Have the car handwashed regularly.
When using an automatic car wash:
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The car must be in N when passing through the automatic car wash. |
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Auto hold must be turned on. |
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Follow the instructions on the automatic car wash. |
Pressure wash
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NOTICE
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Do not clean the sensors with a pressure washer. Doing so can destroy the sensors. They should only be cleaned with a soft stream of water from at least 10 cm away. |
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When using a pressure washer, keep the nozzle at least 30 cm away from the surface of the car and always keep the nozzle moving. |
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Before using a pressure washer on the car, read the instruction manual delivered with the pressure washer and follow those instructions. In particular, the operating pressure and the recommended distance between the nozzle and the surface being washed must be followed to avoid damaging the paint. Additionally, avoid spraying directly at softer materials, such as rubber seals and hoses.