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select the arrow ler.
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2. "End call" is selected:
Press the controller.
Dialing a phone number from phone book The "A - Z" list is available for your phone book entries. The phone book entries appear on the Control Display. 1. Select "Phone" and press the controller.
Dialing a phone number from phone book or a phone number stored in a list Phone numbers you have called, incoming calls and the entries of the phone book are stored in lists when the mobile phone is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth. If the caller is entered in the phone book, the name of the entry is dis- played instead of the phone number. You can select the desired subscriber from the list and establish the connection. Five lists are available: > "A - Z"
The entries in your mobile phone's phone book, consisting of names and phone num- bers, are sorted alphabetically.
> "Top 8"
The eight numbers dialed most frequently from the "A - Z" phone book are automati- cally stored in the Top 8 list.
> "Redial"
The last eight phone numbers you dialed are automatically stored. The last number dialed is at the top of the list.
> "Missed calls"
The phone numbers of the last eight calls that were not accepted are stored. This requires the telephone number of the caller to have been sent.
> "Received calls"
The phone numbers of the last eight accepted calls are stored. This requires the telephone number of the caller to have been sent.
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2. Select "A - Z" and press the controller. 3. To limit the number of displayed entries,
select the first letter of the desired entry and press the controller.
4. Select the desired entry and press the con-
troller.
5. Select "Call" and press the controller.
The system dials the number.
If different phone numbers are stored in the mobile phone under one name, e.g. office and home, the name is shown once for each phone number. You can change a phone number stored in the phone book, e.g. to call a specific extension: 1. Select "Phone" and press the controller. 2. Select "A - Z" and press the controller. 3. Select the desired entry and press the con-
troller.
4. Select "Add digits" and press the controller. 5. Change the phone number.
Deleting individual entries 1. Select the desired entry from the list and
press the controller.
2. Select "Delete" and press the controller.
6. Select "Dial number" and press the control-
ler.
Dialing a phone number stored in a list To select an entry and establish a connection: 1. Select "Phone" and press the controller. 2. Select list and press the controller:
> "Top 8" > "Redial" > "Missed calls" > "Received calls"
3. Select the desired entry and press the con-
troller.
4. Select "Call" and press the controller.
The system dials the number.
The entry is deleted.
Deleting entire list 1. Select an entry from the list and press the
controller.
2. Select "Delete all numbers" and press the
controller.
3.
If applicable, select "Yes" and press the controller. The list is deleted.
BMW Contact* If you are not enabled for BMW Assist, you can have several service phone numbers displayed: > BMW Roadside Assistance* when you
require breakdown assistance
> BMW center, e.g. when you want to make
an appointment for service
> BMW Customer Relations* for information
on all aspects of your vehicle
If BMW Assist is enabled, refer to page 209.
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This function is available when a connection has been established. 1. Establish connection.
You can dial the displayed service phone num- bers if your mobile phone is paired in the vehi- cle: iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".
3. Select "BMW Contact" and press the con-
troller.
2. With a single drive:
Press the controller. Select "Keypad" and press the controller. With two drives: Move the controller backwards until the bottom field is selected.
3. Select the desired character and press the
controller. Each character is sent immediately and confirmed by a tone depending on the mobile phone model.
4. Select "BMW Contact Numbers" and press
the controller.
5. Select one of the following menu items and
press the controller: > "Roadside Assistance" > "Customer Relations" > "Service Request"
6. Select "Call" and press the controller. Contact is established.
Transmitting phone number via tone dialing method The tone dialing method is required for access to network services or for controlling devices, e.g. remote checking of an answering machine.
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Changing between mobile phone and hands-free system
From mobile phone to hands-free system* You can continue calls begun outside the Blue- tooth range of the vehicle via the hands-free system when the motor is running or the igni- tion is switched on. Depending on your mobile phone, the system automatically changes over to the hands-free mode.
Voice commands
Activating system 1. Briefly press the
button on the steering
wheel. An acoustic signal indicates that you can say commands.
2. Say the command.
Ending/canceling operation by voice Press the or
button on the steering wheel
{Cancel}.
In dialogs where text is spoken, not a command, e.g. a name, canceling is only possible using the button on the steering wheel.
Having possible commands read aloud The system understands default commands that must be spoken word for word. You can have the possible commands spoken by the system at any point:
{Help}.
Using alternative commands There are often a number of commands to run a function, e.g.:
{Dial name} or {Name}.
The system recognizes digits from zero to nine. You can say each digit individually or group them into a sequence to accelerate the input.
For mobile phones that do not automatically change over to the hands-free mode: Depending on the mobile phone model used, the conversation can be continued via the hands-free system if necessary. Refer to the display on your mobile phone and/or your mobile phone's operating instructions.
From hands-free system to mobile phone When you telephone via the hands-free system, you can also continue the call via the mobile phone if necessary, depending on the mobile phone model. Act according to what is shown on the mobile phone display, refer to the oper- ating instructions of your mobile phone. As an alternative, you can deactivate the Blue- tooth link. Depending on your mobile phone model, poor reception of the wireless communications net- work can result in the system changing from the hands-free system to the mobile phone.
Operation by voice*
The concept You can operate your mobile phone without having to remove your hands from the steering wheel. When making your entries, you will be supported by announcements or questions in many cases. The same prerequisites as for operation via iDrive apply, refer to page 200.
Example: Dialing phone numbers To start the dialog: Press the
button on the steering wheel.
You say {Dial number} e.g. {123 456 7890}
{Dial}
The voice control answers {{Please say the number}} Depending on equipment: {{123 456 7890. Continue?}} or {{123 456 7890. And next?}} {{Dialing number}}
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Voice phone book Operating by voice command requires a per- sonal voice phone book. > With separate drives for audio CDs and nav- igation DVDs, the entries are automatically adopted from your mobile phone's memory.
> With a single drive, the entries must be
input by voice and are independent of your mobile phone's memory. In this case, it is not possible to use voice command either to call phone numbers stored in the mobile phone or to store new numbers. Up to 50 entries can be set up. An entry always consists of a name and phone number.
Creating and editing voice phone book* Store entry: An entry always consists of a name and phone number.
{Save name}.
1. 2. Speak the name.
The spoken length of the names in the phone book must not exceed approx. 2 seconds.
3. Speak the phone number after being
requested to do so by the system.
4. To store the phone number:
{Save}.
Delete entry: You can delete any entry from the voice phone book. 1.
{Delete name}. The dialog for deleting an entry is opened.
2. Say the name when prompted. 3. Confirm the prompt with {Yes}.
Delete all entries:
Setting volume of instructions You can adjust the volume for the instructions from the system:
Turn the knob during instructions. This volume for the instructions is maintained, even if the other audio sources are set to mini- mum volume. The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Calling
Dialing phone numbers
{Dial number}.
1. 2. Say the phone number.
For telephone calls abroad, say {Plus} and then the country code. {Dial}.
3.
The connection to the desired subscriber is established.
Correcting phone number After the last spoken sequence of digits has been repeated by the system, you can delete this sequence of digits. {Correct number}. The digits are deleted.
The command {Correct number} can be repeated as often as you like.
Deleting phone number
{Delete}
All digits entered up to this point are deleted.
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{Delete phone book} deletes all entries in the phone book.
1.
{Delete phone book}. The dialog for deleting phone book is opened.
2. Confirm the prompt with {Yes}. 3. Confirm the repeated prompt with
{Yes}.
Have entries read aloud and select: You can have all the entries of your voice phone book read aloud in the order of input and select a certain entry to establish a connection:
1.
2.
{Read phone book}. The dialog for reading phone book is opened. {Dial number} when the desired entry is read aloud.
Selecting an entry The connection to the phone number of the selected entry is established.
1.
{Dial name}. The dialog for selecting an entry is opened.
2. Say the name when prompted. 3. Confirm the prompt with {Yes}.
Redialing The {Redial} command opens "Redial".
Notes
Important for voice commands For voice commands, keep the following in mind: > Issue the commands smoothly and at nor- mal volume, avoiding excessive emphasis and pauses.
> Keep the doors, windows and glass sunroof
closed to prevent interference from ambi- ent noise.
> Avoid making other noise in the vehicle
while speaking.
Snap-in adapter inserting/ removing* 1. Press the area 1 around the button and
remove the cover.
2.
Insert the snap-in adapter at the front and press down until it engages.
To remove the snap-in adapter: Press the area 1 around the button.
Inserting mobile phone 1. Remove the protective cap from the mobile phone's antenna connector if necessary, so
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that the mobile phone can engage in the snap-in adapter.
2. Push the mobile phone with the buttons
facing upward toward the electrical connec- tions and press down until it engages.
The mobile phone's battery is charged from radio readiness or with the steering unlocked. To protect the vehicle's batteries, avoid using the phone when the ignition is
switched off.<
Removing mobile phone
Press button.
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BMW Assist
BMW Assist provides you with various services. For example, the position data of your vehicle can be transmitted to the BMW Assist Response Center if an emergency request* has been initiated. Many BMW Assist services depend on the indi- vidually agreed contract. After your contract has expired, the BMW Assist system will be deactivated by the BMW Assist Response Center without you having to visit a BMW center. After the BMW Assist sys- tem has been deactivated, no BMW Assist ser- vice will be available. The BMW Assist system can be reactivated by a BMW center after sign- ing a new contract.
Requirements You can use BMW Assist when the following requirements are met: > The installed BMW Assist system is logged on to a mobile phone network. This network must be capable of transmitting the ser- vices.
> To transmit position data, the vehicle must
be able to determine the current position.
> In order to activate and update BMW Assist,
a GPS signal must be available.
> You have subscribed to BMW Assist with your BMW center or with the BMW Assist Response Center. Activation must be com- pleted.
> BMW Assist is activated, refer to page 215.
Offered services The following services are available via BMW Assist: > Emergency request, refer to page 253:
When you press the SOS button, a connec- tion is established to the BMW Assist Response Center. The BMW Assist
Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you.
> Automatic collision notification:
Under certain conditions, a connection is established to the BMW Assist Response Center immediately after a serious acci- dent. If possible, the BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you.
> Enhanced roadside assistance:
You can call Roadside Assistance* of the BMW Group should you require help in the event of a breakdown. If possible, the vehi- cle data and position data are transmitted during this time.
> BMW Customer Relations:
For information related to your vehicle, call BMW Customer Relations.
> BMW Assist My Info:
Using the BMW Assist Internet portal, you can transmit addresses and text messages into the vehicle and have them displayed.
> BMW TeleServices*:
The data on the service status of your vehi- cle or on required inspections are transmit- ted to your BMW center either automati- cally prior to the due date or when you request a BMW service appointment.
> Remote door unlock:
Inform the BMW Assist Response Center, e.g. if your remote control is not available and you want to have the vehicle unlocked.
> Stolen vehicle recovery:
After your vehicle has been reported to the police as stolen, the BMW Assist Response Center can locate its position.
In addition, you can be provided with other ser- vices, e.g. the concierge service or information on route planning, traffic conditions, and the weather. With Critical Calling, you can make a limited number of calls via the BMW Assist Response Center, e.g. if you do not have your mobile phone with you.
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Press the SOS button to contact the BMW Assist Response Center, see below. You also have access to the BMW Assist con- cierge service via the Internet.
Characteristics of the offered services The following characteristics apply to the ser- vices: > The offered services are country-specific. > Voice contact is established or data are
transmitted, depending on the equipment and the country. In some countries, it is possible to do both.
1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".
> The data transmitted can, for example, be the vehicle data, your current position or the CBS Condition Based Service data.
3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "BMW Assist" is selected and press the controller.
Using services
Contacting BMW Assist Response Center You can contact the BMW Assist Response Center via the SOS button. 1. Briefly press protective cover to open.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the arrangement of the switches and indicator lamps may differ somewhat.
4. Select "Roadside Assistance" and press
the controller.
2. Press the button for at least 2 seconds. The BMW Assist Response Center is con- tacted.
Roadside assistance iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.
If the location can be determined, the cur- rent vehicle position is displayed.
5. Select "Start service" and press the con-
troller.
The BMW Assist Response Center will connect you to the Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group.
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BMW TeleServices*
Automatic service notification* The data on the service status of your vehicle or on required inspections are transmitted auto- matically prior to the due date. You can check when the BMW center was notified. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Info sources" and press the control-
ler.
4. Select "Service Info" and press the control-
ler.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Service requirements" is selected and press the controller.
6. Select "Auto Request" and press the con-
troller.
Manual service notification You can transmit data regarding your vehicle's service status to your BMW center when you wish to arrange a service appointment. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".
3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "BMW Assist" is selected and press the controller.
4. Select "Service Request" and press the
controller.
5. Select "Start service" and press the con-
troller.
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The data relevant for service are transmitted. Your BMW center will contact you to set up an appointment for service.
Displaying and updating BMW TeleServices services* 1. Press the button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
7. Select "Update services" and press the
controller.
Contacting BMW Customer Relations For information on all aspects of your vehicle, you can contact BMW Customer Relations. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".
3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "BMW Assist" is selected and press the controller.
4. Select "BMW Service settings" and press
the controller.
4. Select "Customer Relations".
5. Select "Enabled TeleServices" and press
the controller.
The activated BMW Assist services are dis- played.
6. Select "Options" and press the controller.
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5. Press the controller. 6. Select "Start service" and press the con-
troller.
You will be connected to BMW Customer Rela- tions by the BMW Assist Response Center.
Concierge service* When you call the concierge service of BMW Assist, you can, for example, obtain information on current events, filling stations or hotels and have their phone numbers and addresses transmitted. Many hotels can be booked
directly through the BMW Assist concierge ser- vice. The concierge service must be enabled sepa- rately by the BMW Assist Response Center.
Displaying transmitted data Select the received message if necessary and press the controller.
Calling up information button. 1. Press the
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".
3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "BMW Assist" is selected and press the controller.
4. Select "Concierge" and press the control-
ler.
5. Select "Start service" and press the con-
troller.
The BMW Assist Response Center will connect you with a BMW Assist concierge.
Dialing a phone number or transferring an address for destination guidance 1. Select "Options" and press the controller.
2. Select a menu item: > Press "Call" to make a telephone call. A pre-
requisite for this is that your Bluetooth mobile phone has been paired with the vehicle.
> Press "Select as destination" to transfer the address to the navigation system for desti- nation guidance.
BMW Assist My Info* Using the BMW Assist Internet portal, you can transmit addresses and phone numbers into the vehicle using text messages. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".
3. Change to upper field if necessary.
Select "BMW Assist" and press the control- ler.
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4. Select "My Info" and press the controller.
Updating BMW Assist
Displaying and updating services You will be notified of any changes in the ser- vices offered by BMW Assist. In this case you should update the service functions. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.
4. Turn the controller until "BMW Service set- tings" is selected and press the controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "Enabled Assist services" is selected and press the controller. The currently available BMW Assist ser- vices are displayed.
The transmitted messages are automatically displayed. You can receive and display up to a maximum of ten messages. Additional messages can only be received once old messages have been deleted. In order to display an existing message: Select message and press the controller. If you have received a message with a phone number, then you can send it to your mobile phone provided that your phone has been paired with the vehicle. If you have received a message with an address, then you can send it to your navigation sys- tem*. 1. Select message and press the controller. 2. Select "Options" and press the controller. 3. Select the desired menu item:
> To dial a received phone number, select
"Call" and press the controller.
> If your vehicle has a navigation system: To adopt a received destination address into the navigation system, select "Select as destination" and press the controller.
> To delete a received message, select
"Delete" and press the controller.
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6.
If applicable, select "Options" and press the controller.
3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.
7. Select "Update services" and press the
controller.
4. Turn the controller until "BMW Service set- tings" is selected and press the controller.
Activating BMW Assist BMW Assist must be activated to use the ser- vices.
Requirements > Make sure that the vehicle can determine its
current position. Reception is best when you have an unobstructed view to the sky. > Leave the ignition switched on during the
activation process.
Activating 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "Enabled Assist services" is selected and press the controller.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
6. Select "Enable services" and press the con-
troller. BMW Assist is enabled and the data
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exchange with the BMW Assist Response Center begins.
4. Select "BMW Service settings" and press
the controller.
Activation takes a few minutes. The status is displayed on the Control Display. If you open another menu, the activation process continues to run in the background.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Profile" is selected and press the controller.
Displaying vehicle data With BMW Assist activated, you can have the Telematics ID displayed. The Telematics ID is used to identify your vehicle. These data are transmitted to the service. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.
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Mobility Mobility
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 breakdown assistance.
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Refueling
Switch off the engine before refueling, otherwise no fuel can be filled into the
tank and a message is displayed.<
When handling fuel, always observe all applicable precautionary measures and regulations. Never transport reserve fuel con- tainers in the vehicle. These could become leaky and cause an explosion or a fire in an acci- dent.<
Fuel filler door
3. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol.
Sports Wagon 1. Unhook the retaining strap*, refer to
page 129.
2. Open the right-hand side panel in the cargo
bay.
3. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol.
To open and close: press the rear edge of the fuel filler door.
Manual release If an electrical malfunction should occur, you can unlock the fuel filler door manually.
Sedan 1.
In the cargo bay, raise the floor mat and the cover located beneath it.
2. Open the snap fasteners of the right side
panel and take off the side panel.
Observe the following when refueling When handling fuels, follow the safety precautions posted at the filling station. Otherwise, there is a danger of personal injury or property damage.<
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verter will result. Do not use E85, i.e. fuel that consists of 85% ethanol, or Flex Fuel. Otherwise permanent damage to the engine and the fuel supply sys- tem will result.<
Required fuel
Super Premium Gasoline/AKI 91
This gasoline is highly recommended. However, you may also use gasoline with less AKI. The minimum AKI Rating is 87. 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 affect on the engine life.Do not use gasoline below the specified minimum quality, otherwise engine dam-
age can result.<
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 10% ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2.8% oxygen by weight, that is, 15% MTBE or 3% methanol plus an equivalent amount of co-solvent, will not void the applicable warranties with respect to defects in materials or workmanship.
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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Place the fuel filler cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler door. When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com- pletely into the filler pipe. Avoid raising the filler nozzle during refueling, otherwise this leads to > premature pump shutoff > a reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor
recovery system.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time.
Fuel tank capacity Approx. 18.5 US gal/70 liters, including approx. 2.1 US gal/8 liters reserve capacity. 550i: approx. 2.6 US gal/10 liters reserve capacity.
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.<
Fuel filler cap
Closing Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly hear a click.
Do not crush the band attached to the cap; otherwise, the cap may not properly
seal and fuel vapors can escape.< A message* is displayed if the cap is loose or missing.
Fuel specifications
Do not use leaded gasoline, otherwise permanent damage to the catalytic con-
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Wheels and tires
Tire inflation pressure
Information for your safety The condition of the tires and the maintenance of the specified tire pressure are crucial not only to the tire's service life, but also to driving com- fort and most importantly, driving safety.
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 increases.
Check the tire inflation pressure regularly and correct it as needed, even on the
compact tire*: at least twice a month and before starting long trips. Otherwise driving instability or tire damage, and therefore accidents, can result from incorrect tire inflation pressures. Do not drive with depressurized, i.e. flat tires, except 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 a loss of control over the vehicle.<
After correcting the tire inflation pressure, reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to
page 95, or reset the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to page 97.<
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 and tire brands respectively
approved and recommended by BMW; a list of these is available from your BMW center.< For correct identification of the right tire infla- tion pressure for your tires, observe the follow- ing: > Tire sizes of your vehicle
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> Load conditions > Maximum allowable driving speed
Tire inflation pressures for speeds up to 100 mph/160 km/h For normal driving up to 100 mph/160 km/h, adjust pressures to the respective tire inflation pressures listed on the following pages in the column Traveling speeds up to max. 100 mph/ 160 km/h to achieve optimum driving comfort. These pressure specifications can be found on the door post when you open the driver's door.
The maximum permissible speed for these tire pressures is 100 mph/160 km/
h. Do not exceed this speed, otherwise tire damage and accidents could occur.<
Tire inflation pressures for speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h
In order to drive at maximum speeds in excess of 100 mph/160 km/h, please
observe, and, if necessary, adjust tire pressures for speeds exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h from the relevant table on the following pages. Oth- erwise tire damage and accidents could occur.< Observe all national and local maximum speed limits, otherwise violations of the law could occur.
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