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The Customer Relations phone number is dis- played. If a mobile phone is paired, a connection is established to Customer Relations.
Using BMW Online To select and display content: > Turn the controller to highlight an element. > Press the controller to display an element.
Opening the start page 1. Open "Options". 2. "Display start page"
Loading a new page 1. Open "Options". 2. "Reload"
Canceling 1. Open "Options". 2. "Cancel loading"
Customer Relations
Overview Contact Customer Relations for information on all aspects of your vehicle.
Calling Customer Relations
Vehicle not equipped with BMW Assist or TeleService 1. "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" 2. "Customer Relations"
Vehicle equipped with BMW Assist or TeleService 1. "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" 2. "Customer Relations" 3. "Start service"
Service Request
Overview Inform your BMW center that you need to schedule a service appointment. The Teleser- vice data is transmitted during a Service Request. If possible, your BMW center will establish contact with you.
Starting a Service Request 1. "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" 2. "Service Request" 3. "Start service"
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Automatic Service Request The Teleservice data necessary for servicing the vehicle are automatically sent to your BMW center prior to the service deadline. If possible, the center will contact you and a service appointment can be arranged. Check when your BMW center was notified. 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status"
3. Open "Options". 4. "Last Service Request"
Service status
Displaying available services Display of all services available in the vehicle. 1. "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" 2. "Service Status" 3. "Available services"
Updating BMW Assist Manually updating BMW TeleServices, BMW Assist, and BMW Online.
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"Update BMW Assist"
Data transfer The status of the data transfer is displayed. 1. "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" 2. Open "Options". 3. "Data transfer"
Apps
Overview Certain software applications of a suitable mobile phone can be integrated into the vehicle. These software applications are displayed on the Control Display. They can be operated via iDrive.
Requirements > The mobile phone's operating system sup-
ports the use of apps.
> Software applications are installed on the
mobile phone and are operational.
> Suitable mobile phone. > Appropriate mobile phone contract.
Additional costs possibly incurred are not included in the price of apps.
Information about suitable mobile phones, available software applications, and their installation can be found at www.bmw.com/ connectivity or at your BMW center.
Only make entries when traffic conditions permit. Otherwise, you may endanger vehicle occupants and other road users by being distracted. For safety reasons, some software applications can only be used when the vehicle is stopped.< To avoid malfunctions, only use software applications approved by BMW.<
Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 333 - © 08/11 BMW AG Using apps 1. Connect the mobile phone using the snap-
in adapter or the USB audio interface.
2. "ConnectedDrive" 3. Select the desired software application.
Displaying status You can display information about the currently available software applications. 1. "ConnectedDrive" 2. "BMW apps"
Plugin Selected functions of the mobile phone are dis- played on the Control Display. They can be operated via iDrive. 1. Connect the mobile phone using the snap-
in adapter.
2. "ConnectedDrive" 3. "PlugIn" 4. "Activate PlugIn" 5. Use the controller to navigate in the dis-
played functions and select the desired cat- egory or track, for example.
Press the button to move one level up or back within the functions of the mobile
phone.
Press the button twice to return back to the main menu.
Notes > The range of apps that are displayed in the
Control Display depends on the range of software applications installed on the mobile phone.
> The data transfer of the software applica- tions from the mobile phone to the vehicle may take some time. Some software appli- cations are dependent on the speed of the available Internet connection of the mobile phone.
ConnectedDrive
Communications
> Certain versions of the mobile phone used and the software they use may not permit apps to be used at the same time as the Bluetooth hands-free system. If necessary, restart the software applica- tion on the mobile phone after completing a call.
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This section helps you maintain your car's mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, service, maintenance and Roadside Assistance.
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Refueling
Refueling
Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip- tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example due to the special options or national-market version selected. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
General information
Always switch off the engine before refu- eling; otherwise, fuel cannot be added to
the tank and a message will be displayed.< Take all precautionary measures and observe all applicable regulations when handling fuel. Do not carry any spare fuel con- tainers in your vehicle. They can develop a leak and cause an explosion or cause a fire in the event of an accident.<
Closing Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly hear a click.
Do not pinch the band attached to the cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be closed
properly and fuel vapors can escape. A mes- sage will be displayed if the fuel cap is loose or missing.<
Manually releasing the fuel filler flap In the event of a malfunction, you can release the fuel filler flap manually:
Coupe
Fuel filler flap
Opening
1. Remove the cover from the right-hand side-
wall of the cargo area.
2. Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol.
The fuel filler flap is released.
1. Open the fuel filler flap. To do so, lightly
press the rear edge.
2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise. 3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap.
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Refueling Mobility
1. Loosen the right-hand cargo area trim panel
by turning the screws by 90°, see arrow.
2. Slightly lift the top section of the panel. It is
not necessary to remove the entire panel. 3. Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol.
The fuel filler flap is released.
Observe the following when refueling When handling fuels, follow the safety instructions provided at filling stations; otherwise, there is a risk of personal injury or property damage.< When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com- pletely into the filler pipe. Avoid lifting the filler nozzle while filling the tank, as that would lead to > Premature pump shutoff > Reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor recov-
ery system.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time.
Fuel tank capacity Approx. 16.1 US gal/61 liters, including the reserve capacity of 2.1 US gal/8 liters.
Refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls below 30 miles/
50 km; otherwise, engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur.<
Gasoline engine: required fuel Never use fuels labeled at the fuel pump as metal-containing.
Do not use leaded gasoline or gasoline with metal-containing additives doing so can cause permanent damage to the catalytic converter or other components.<
Do not fill the tank with E85, i.e. fuel con- taining 85Ξ ethanol, nor with FlexFuel. Otherwise, the engine and fuel supply system will be damaged.<
Super Premium Gasoline/AKI 91
BMW recommends AKI 91.Gasoline with lower AKI The minimum AKI Rating is: > 328i/xDrive: 87
> 335i, 335i/xDrive: 89. If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat- ing, the engine may produce knocking sounds when starting at high outside temperatures. This has no effect on the engine life.Do not use any gasoline below the speci- fied minimum fuel grade. Otherwise, the
engine could be damaged.<
Use high-quality brands Field experience has indicated significant dif- ferences in fuel quality: volatility, composition, additives, etc., among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada. Fuels contain- ing up to and including 10Ξ ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2.8Ξ oxygen by weight, that is, 15Ξ MTBE or 3Ξ methanol plus an equivalent amount of cosolvent, will not void the applicable warranties with respect to defects in materials or workmanship.
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The use of poor-quality fuels may result in drivability, starting and stalling problems especially under certain environmental condi- tions such as high ambient temperature and high altitude. Should you encounter drivability problems which you suspect could be related to the fuel you are using, we recommend that you respond by switching to a recognized high-quality brand such as gasoline that is advertised as Top Tier Detergent Gasoline. Failure to comply with these recommendations may also result in unscheduled maintenance.<
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Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip- tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example due to the special options or national-market version selected. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
Tire inflation pressures
Information for your safety It is not merely the tires' service life, but also driving comfort and, to a great extent, driving safety that depend on the condition of the tires and the maintenance of the specified tire pres- sure.
Check the tire inflation pressure regularly and correct it, if necessary: at least twice a month and before starting long trips. If you fail to observe this precaution you may be driving on tires with incorrect tire pressures, a condi- tion that can not only compromise your vehi- cle's driving stability, but also lead to tire dam- age and the risk of an accident. Do not drive with deflated, i.e. flat tires, except when using run-flat tires. A flat tire will seriously impair your vehicle's handling and braking response. Attempts to drive on a flat tire can lead to loss of control over the vehicle.<
Checking pressure Only check tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold. This means after a maximum of 1.25 miles/2 km driving or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours. When tires are warm, the tire inflation pressure is higher.
Wheels and tires Mobility
page 103, or reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to page 100.<
Inflation pressure specifications The tables below provide all the correct inflation pressures for the specified tire sizes at ambient temperature.
The inflation pressures apply to the tire sizes approved and tire brands recom- mended by BMW; a list of these is available from your BMW center.< For correct identification of the right tire infla- tion pressures, observe the following: > Tire sizes for your vehicle > Maximum allowable driving speed
Tire inflation pressures for driving up to 100 mph or 160 km/h For normal driving up to 100 mph or 160 km/h and to achieve optimum driving comfort, adjust pressures to the respective tire inflation pres- sures listed on the following pages in the col- umns for traveling speeds up to a maximum of 100 mph or 160 km/h. These tire inflation pressures can also be found on the driver's side door pillar when the driver's door is open.
The maximum permissible speed for these tire pressures is 100 mph or
After correcting the tire inflation pressure, reset the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to
160 km/h. Do not exceed this speed; otherwise, tire damage and accidents could occur.<
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In order to drive at maximum speeds in excess of 100 mph or 160 km/h, adjust pressures to the respective tire inflation pres- sures listed on the following pages in the col- umns for traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph or 160 km/h. Otherwise, tire damage and accidents could occur.< Observe all national and local maximum speed limits; otherwise, violations of the laws could occur.
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Tire size
Pressure specifications in bar/PSI
Traveling speeds up
to a max. of
100 mph/160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those
exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Without Sport Package: 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S RSC 225/50 R 16 92 H M+S RSC 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S A/S RSC 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S RSC 225/45 R 17 91 V RSC 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W RSC Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL Compact spare wheel: T 125/80 R 17 99 M
With Sport Package: 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S 225/50 R 16 92 H M+S 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 91 V 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W RSC Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC
2.2/32
2.6/38
2.5/36
3.0/44
2.2/32
2.2/322.7/39
2.4/35
2.2/32
2.7/39
2.5/36
3.0/44
2.5/36
2.5/363.0/44
2.7/39
2.5/36
2.9/42
2.5/36
3.0/44
Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h
4.2/60
2.2/32
2.6/38
2.5/36
3.0/44
2.2/32
2.2/32
2.2/322.6/38
2.7/392.4/35
2.2/32
2.7/39
2.9/42
2.9/42
2.9/423.4/49
3.4/493.0/44
2.7/39
3.2/46
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Pressure specifications in bar/PSI
Traveling speeds up
to a max. of
100 mph/160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those
exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL Compact spare wheel: T 125/80 R 17 99 M
2.5/36
3.0/44
2.7/39
3.2/46
Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h
4.2/60
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Pressure specifications in bar/PSI
Traveling speeds up
to a max. of
100 mph/160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those
exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Without Sport Package: 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S RSC 225/50 R 16 92 H M+S RSC 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S A/S RSC 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S RSC 225/45 R 17 91 V RSC 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W RSC Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL Compact spare wheel: T 125/80 R 17 99 M
2.2/32
2.6/38
2.4/35
2.9/42
2.2/32
2.2/322.7/39
2.3/33
2.3/33
2.6/38
2.7/39
3.0/44
2.5/36
2.3/333.0/44
2.7/39
2.5/36
2.9/42
2.7/39
3.0/44
Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h
4.2/60
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Traveling speeds up
to a max. of
100 mph/160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those
exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
With Sport Package: 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S 225/50 R 16 92 H M+S 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 91 V 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W RSC Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL Compact spare wheel: T 125/80 R 17 99 M
2.2/32
2.6/38
2.4/35
2.9/42
2.2/32
2.2/32
2.2/322.6/38
2.7/392.3/33
2.3/33
2.6/38
2.7/39
3.0/44
2.8/41
2.8/41
2.8/413.3/48
3.3/482.9/42
2.7/39
3.2/46
2.8/41
3.2/46
Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h
4.2/60
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Tire size
Pressure specifications in bar/PSI
Traveling speeds up
to a max. of
100 mph/160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those
exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Without Sport Package: 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W RSC Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL Compact spare wheel: T 125/80 R 17 99 M
With Sport Package: 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W RSC Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y
2.2/32
2.7/39
2.6/38
3.1/45
2.3/33
2.2/322.8/41
2.4/35
2.2/32
2.7/39
2.2/32
2.7/39
2.6/38
3.1/45
2.6/38
2.6/383.1/45
2.8/41
2.6/38
3.1/45
2.4/35
2.8/41
2.6/38
3.1/45
Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h
4.2/60
2.2/32
2.3/33
2.2/322.7/39
2.8/412.4/35
2.2/32
2.7/39
2.2/32
2.7/39
2.6/38
2.9/42
2.6/383.1/45
3.4/493.0/44
2.8/41
3.3/48
2.5/36
3.0/44
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Traveling speeds up
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100 mph/160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those
exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL Compact spare wheel: T 125/80 R 17 99 M
2.6/38
3.1/45
2.8/41
3.3/48
Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h
4.2/60
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Pressure specifications in bar/PSI
Traveling speeds up
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100 mph/160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those
exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Without Sport Package: 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W RSC Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL Compact spare wheel: T 125/80 R 17 99 M
With Sport Package: 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W RSC Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y
2.2/32
2.7/39
2.7/39
3.1/45
2.3/33
2.2/322.8/41
2.4/35
2.4/35
2.7/39
2.4/35
2.7/39
2.7/39
3.1/45
2.7/39
2.7/393.1/45
2.7/39
2.6/38
2.9/42
2.4/35
2.7/39
2.7/39
3.1/45
Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h
4.2/60
2.2/32
2.3/33
2.2/322.7/39
2.8/412.4/35
2.4/35
2.7/39
2.4/35
2.7/39
2.7/39
2.9/42
2.7/393.1/45
3.4/493.0/44
2.9/42
3.3/48
2.7/39
2.9/42
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Traveling speeds up
to a max. of
100 mph/160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those
exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL Compact spare wheel: T 125/80 R 17 99 M
2.7/39
3.1/45
2.9/42
3.3/48
Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h
4.2/60
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Pressure specifications in bar/PSI
Traveling speeds up
to a max. of
100 mph/160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those
exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W RSC Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL Compact spare wheel: T 125/80 R 17 99 M
2.2/32
2.4/35
2.3/332.7/39
2.9/422.8/41
2.3/33
2.8/41
2.7/39
3.2/46
2.6/38
3.0/44
2.9/423.1/45
3.4/493.4/49
2.6/38
3.1/45
2.9/42
3.4/49
Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h
4.2/60
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Pressure specifications in bar/PSI
Traveling speeds up
to a max. of
100 mph/160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
2.3/33
2.8/41
2.5/36
3.0/44
2.3/33
2.8/41
2.7/39
3.2/46
2.3/33
2.4/35
2.2/322.8/41
2.9/422.5/36
2.4/35
2.9/42
2.4/35
2.9/42
2.7/39
3.2/46
2.5/36
2.7/39
2.5/363.0/44
3.2/462.9/42
2.6/38
3.1/45
2.4/35
2.9/42
2.7/39
3.2/46
Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h
4.2/60
Without Sport Package: 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S 225/50 R 16 92 H M+S 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 91 W RSC 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W RSC Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL Compact spare wheel: T 125/80 R 17 99 M
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Pressure specifications in bar/PSI
Traveling speeds up
to a max. of
100 mph/160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
With Sport Package: 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S 225/50 R 16 92 H M+S 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S RSC 225/45 R 17 91 W RSC 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W RSC Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL Compact spare wheel: T 125/80 R 17 99 M
2.3/33
2.8/41
2.5/36
3.0/44
2.3/33
2.8/41
2.8/41
3.3/48
2.4/35
2.2/322.9/42
2.5/36
2.4/35
2.9/42
2.4/35
2.9/42
2.7/39
3.2/46
2.9/42
2.8/413.4/49
3.1/45
2.9/42
3.4/49
2.6/38
3.1/45
2.9/42
3.4/49
Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h
4.2/60
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Traveling speeds up
to a max. of
100 mph/160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those
exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Without Sport Package: 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W RSC Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL Compact spare wheel: T 125/80 R 17 99 M
With Sport Package: 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W RSC Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y
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2.3/33
2.8/41
2.7/39
3.2/46
2.4/35
2.2/322.9/42
2.5/36
2.4/35
2.9/42
2.4/35
2.9/42
2.7/39
3.2/46
2.7/39
2.5/363.2/46
2.9/42
2.6/38
3.1/45
2.4/35
2.9/42
2.7/39
3.2/46
Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h
4.2/60
2.3/33
2.4/35
2.2/322.8/41
2.9/422.5/36
2.4/35
2.9/42
2.4/35
2.9/42
2.7/39
2.9/42
2.8/413.2/46
3.4/493.1/45
2.9/42
3.4/49
2.6/38
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Pressure specifications in bar/PSI
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Traveling speeds up
to a max. of
100 mph/160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those
exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL Compact spare wheel: T 125/80 R 17 99 M
2.7/39
3.2/46
2.9/42
3.4/49
Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h
4.2/60
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Convertible: inflation pressures 335is
Tire size
Pressure specifications in bar/PSI
Traveling speeds up
to a max. of
100 mph/160 km/h
Traveling speeds including those
exceeding
100 mph/160 km/h
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W RSC Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W RSC Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL Compact spare wheel: T 125/80 R 17 99 M
2.3/33
2.4/35
2.4/352.8/41
2.9/422.9/42
2.4/35
2.9/42
2.7/39
3.2/46
2.7/39
2.9/42
2.9/423.2/46
3.4/493.4/49
2.6/38
3.1/45
2.9/42
3.4/49
Traveling speeds up to a max. of 50 mph/80 km/h
4.2/60
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225/45 R 17 91 V
Tire size e.g. Nominal width in mm Aspect ratio in Ξ Radial belt construction Rim diameter in inches Load rating, not on ZR tires Speed code letter, in front of the R on ZR tires
Speed code letter Q = up to 100 mph or 160 km/h T = up to 118 mph or 190 km/h H = up to 131 mph or 210 km/h V = up to 150 mph or 240 km/h W = up to 167 mph or 270 km/h Y = up to 186 mph or 300 km/h
Tire Identification Number Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the US Department of Transportation. DOT code:
DOT xxxx xxx 1011
e.g. Manufacturer's code for tire make Tire size and tire design Tire age
Tire age The manufacturing date of tires is contained in the tire coding: DOT … 1011 means that the tire was manufactured in week 10 of 2011. BMW recommends that you replace all tires after 6 years at most, even if some tires may last for 10 years.
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Tread wear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
DOT Quality Grades Tread wear Traction AA A B C Temperature A B C
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition
to these grades.<
Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov- ernment test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1γ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, how- ever, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteris- tics and climate.
Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test sur- faces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration, cor- nering, hydroplaning, or peak traction charac- teristics.<
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Temperature The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehi- cle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly
inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either sep- arately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.<
RSC – run-flat tires You will recognize run-flat tires by a circular symbol containing the letters RSC on the side of the tire, refer to page 257.
M+S Winter and all-season tires. These have better winter properties than sum- mer tires.
XL Designation for specially reinforced tires.
Tire condition Inspect your tires frequently for tread wear, signs of damage and for foreign objects lodged in the tread. Check the tread depth.
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Minimum tread depth The tread depth should not drop below 0.12 in/ 3 mm, although, for example, European legisla- tion only specifies a minimum tread depth of 0.063 in/1.6 mm. At tread depths below 0.12 in/ 3 mm there is an increased risk of high-speed hydroplaning, even when only small amounts of water are present on the road surface. When winter tires wear down past a tread depth of 0.16 in/4 mm, they become perceptibly less suitable for winter conditions. In the interest of safety, new tires should be installed.
Wear indicators in the base of the tread groove are distributed around the tire's circumference; the letters TWI, for Tread Wear Indicator, on the tire's sidewalls identify tires that incorporate these wear indicators. Once the tire tread has worn down to the wear indicators, the tire has worn to a depth of 0.063 in/1.6 mm.
Wheel/tire damage Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can cause serious damage to wheels, tires, and sus- pension parts. This is more likely to occur with low-profile tires, which provide less cushioning between the wheel and the road. Be careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, especially if your vehicle is equipped with low- profile tires. Unusual vibrations encountered during normal vehicle operation can indicate tire failure or some other vehicle defect. This can, for exam- ple, be caused by driving over curbs. The same applies to any other abnormal road behavior, such as pulling severely to the right or left.
Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 333 - © 08/11 BMW AG In these cases, reduce speed immedi- ately and have wheels and tires thor-
oughly checked. To do so, drive carefully to the nearest BMW center or tire dealer. If necessary, have the vehicle towed there. Otherwise, tire damage can pose a lethal hazard to vehicle occupants and other road users.<
Tire age For various reasons, such as the development of brittleness, BMW recommends tire replace- ment after no more than 6 years, regardless of the actual wear of the tires. The manufacturing date of tires is contained in the tire coding: DOT... 3010 means that the tire was manufac- tured in week 30 of 2010.
New wheels and tires
Have new wheels and tires mounted only by your BMW center or by a tire dealer. If this work is not carried out properly, there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards. Make sure that the new wheels are balanced.<
Retreaded tires
BMW recommends that you do not use retreaded tires, since driving safety may be impaired. The causes for this include poten- tially different tire casing structures and often wide variations in tire age, which can result in a limited service life.<
Correct wheels and tires When mounting new tires or changing over from summer to winter tires and vice versa, mount run-flat tires for your own safety. In the event of a flat, no spare wheel is available. Your BMW center will be glad to advise you.
BMW recommends that you use only wheel and tire combinations that BMW
has tested and approved for your particular vehicle. Variations in factors such as manufac-
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turing tolerances mean that even wheels and tires with identical official size ratings could actually have different dimensions, which could lead to body contact and thus to severe acci- dents. If non-approved wheels and tires are used, BMW cannot evaluate their suitability, and therefore cannot guarantee their driving safety.< You can inquire about the right wheel/tire com- bination at your BMW center. The correct combination of wheels and tires is also necessary to ensure reliable operation of various vehicle systems such as ABS, DSC or FTM. To maintain good handling and vehicle response, use only tires of a single brand and tread configuration. After a tire has been dam- aged, mount the previous wheel and tire combi- nation again as soon as possible.
Wheels with Tire Pressure Monitor TPM electronics When mounting new tires or changing over from summer to winter tires, or vice versa, only use wheels with TPM electronics; otherwise, the Tire Pressure Monitor may not be able to detect a puncture, refer to page 102. Your BMW center will be glad to advise you.
Recommended tire brands
Certain makes of tire are recommended by BMW for each tire size. They are marked with a clearly visible BMW designation on the sidewall of the tire.
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The symbol identifying run-flat tires is a circle with the letters RSC on the sidewall. Run-flat tires comprise a conditionally self-sup- porting tire and a special rim. The reinforce- ment in the sidewalls ensures that the tire can continue to be used subject to certain restric- tions, even if depressurized. For information on continuing to drive with a flat tire, refer to Indication of a flat tire, page 101.
Snow chains Only certain fine-link snow chains have been tested by BMW, classified as safe for use and recommended. Consult your BMW center for more information. Snow chains must be mounted in pairs and on the rear wheels only. Observe the manufac- turer's instructions when mounting snow chains. Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph or 50 km/h.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor if snow chains are mounted; otherwise, the
instrument might issue an incorrect reading. When driving with snow chains, you may find it helpful to activate DTC temporarily, refer to page 98.<
Mobility Wheels and tires
When properly used, these tires meet the high- est standards in terms of safety and handling characteristics.
Special characteristics of winter tires BMW recommends winter tires for driving on winter roads or at temperatures below +457/ +76. Although all-season M+S tires provide better winter traction than summer tires, they generally fail to provide the same levels of cold- weather performance as winter tires.
Pay attention to speed
Always comply with the speed limit for the winter tires mounted on your car; failure to do so could result in tire damage and acci- dents.< If the car is capable of speeds higher than that permitted for the winter tires, a label stating the maximum permitted speed for the mounted tires must be displayed in your field of view. Specialist tire dealers and your BMW center can supply these labels.
Storage Always store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Always protect tires against all contact with oil, grease and fuels. Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire.
Swapping wheels between axles BMW advises against swapping wheels between the front and rear axles, even if all tires have the same size, as this could impair driving characteristics. If the tires are of mixed sizes, swapping wheels between the axles is not per- missible.
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Engine compartment
Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip- tions will be given of some equipment that may
not be available in a vehicle, for example due to the special options or national-market version selected. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
Important parts of the engine compartment
1 Expansion tank for coolant, refer to
page 263
2 Washer fluid filler neck for headlamp clean-
ing system and window washer system, refer to page 72
3 Jump-starting connection, refer to
page 278
4 Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding
