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      05-26-2019, 02:26 PM   #1
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How do I clean these gutters!?

This is actually driving me insane. I've never had a bmw besides this one. Why do they collect this huge amount of dirt here?! What do I do ??
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I’ve taken the tail light off - 2 screws a male female clip and the wire connection - can’t remember if I disconnected the plug or not.

Usually just use a q-tip to sweep away the gunk and if I’m vacuuming the carpets I’ll hit that area also.
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It's such an annoying spot and unnecessary like do they make it this way on purpose?
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After you thoroughly clean the area put a good coat of wax on the painted metal.
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I’ve taken the tail light off - 2 screws a male female clip and the wire connection - can’t remember if I disconnected the plug or not.
I just did this yesterday. I didn't unplug it. I put a bar stool next to the car and set it on that while I cleaned it. it's the two 10mm nuts behind the doors on the inside and then there is a small ball that goes into a rubber socket on the body on the outside.
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