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How does Car Wash Mode work properly, and how do you avoid panic when rolling in?

Operating the car in automatic conveyor car washes initially makes many new owners break into a sweat. The tip from the forums: open “Car Wash Mode” in the service settings while still in the queue. As soon as you are on the conveyor, rest your foot lightly on the brake and press “Enable Free Roll” in the menu – this puts the car into neutral and prevents the brakes from locking or the wipers from starting unintentionally.

Operating the car in automatic conveyor car washes initially makes many new owners break into a sweat. The tip from the forums: open “Car Wash Mode” in the service settings while still in the queue. As soon as you are on the conveyor, rest your foot lightly on the brake and press “Enable Free Roll” in the menu – this puts the car into neutral and prevents the brakes from locking or the wipers from starting unintentionally.

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