GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ON PAINTWORK (530i 2017-2022, 530i xDrive 2017-2022, 530e PHEV 2018-2022, 530e xDrive PHEV 2018-2022, 540i 2017-2022, 540i xDrive 2017-2022, M550i xDrive 2018-2022)

General instructions and classification of paint stages are described on the KSD CD (under Notes, General information on flat rate unit data, Passenger car explanation for FRU specifications for paintwork).

The marked area shows the basis of area calculation for creating the flat rate unit unit. The marked area does not show the area actually to be painted. If touching up is required, the painter defines the precise position as he sees fit.

Special procedure for matte paintwork:

Matte paintwork cannot be touched up since the painted surface cannot be polished.

For further information, see also the BMW painting handbook .