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H M+S 245/45 R 18 100
V M+S XL F: 245/45 R 18 96
R: 275/40 R 18 99
F: 245/40 R 19 94
R: 275/35 R 19 96
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Tire size
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Tire size
Specifications in psi/kilopascal with cold tires
245/45 R 18 100 V M+S XL A/S 245/40 R 19 98 V M +S XL A/S 245/45 R 18 96 Y 245/45 R 18 100
V M+S XL F: 245/45 R 18 96 Y R: 275/40 R 18 99 Y F: 245/40 R 19 94 Y R: 275/35 R 19 96 Y F: 245/35 R 20 95
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F: 245/45 R 18 96
R: 275/40 R 18 99
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R: 275/35 R 19 96
F: 245/35 R 20 95
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F: 245/45 R 18 96 Y R: 275/40 R 18 99 Y F: 245/40 R 19 94 Y R: 275/35 R 19 96 Y F: 245/35 R 20 95
Y XL R: 275/30 R 20 97
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Specifications in bar/PSI with cold tires
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F: 245/40 R 19 94 Y R: 275/35 R 19 96 Y F: 245/35 R 20 95
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Specifications in bar/PSI with cold tires
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V M+S XL F: 245/45 R 18 96
R: 275/40 R 18 99
F: 245/40 R 19 94
R: 275/35 R 19 96
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Tire identification marks Tire size 255/50 R 19 103 Y 255: nominal width in mm 50: aspect ratio in % R: radial tire code 19: rim diameter in inches 103: load rating, not for ZR tires Y: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires Speed letter T = up to 118 mph, 190 km/h H = up to 131 mph, 210 km/h V = up to 150 mph, 240 km/h W = up to 167 mph, 270 km/h Y = up to 186 mph, 300 km/h Tire Identification Number DOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 3510
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand xxx: tire size and tire design 3510: tire age Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the U.S. Department of Transportation. Tire age DOT … 3510: the tire was manufactured in the 35th week in 2010. Recommendation Regardless of wear, replace tires at least every 6 years. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200; Traction AA; Temperature AOnline Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 469 - 03 11 490
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meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Band A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Temperature grade for this tire The temperature grade for this tire is es‐ tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla‐ tion, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and pos‐ sible tire failure. If necessary, have the vehicle towed.◀
RSC – Run-flat tires Run-flat tires, refer to page 252, are labeled with a circular symbol containing the letters RSC marked on the sidewall. M+S Winter and all-season tires with better cold weather performance than summer tires.
Tire tread Summer tires Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than 0.12 in/3 mm. There is an increased danger of hydroplaning if the tread depth is less than 0.12 in/3 mm. Winter tires Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than 0.16 in/4 mm. Below a tread depth of 0.16 in/4 mm, tires are less suitable for winter operation.
DOT Quality Grades Treadwear Traction AA A B C Temperature A B C All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. Treadwear The treadwear 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, 1 g, 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, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and cli‐ mate. 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 surfa‐ ces 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, cornering, hydro‐ planing, or peak traction characteristics. 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. Sus‐ tained 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
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Minimum tread depth
Wear indicators are distributed around the tire's circumference and have the legally required minimum height of 0.063 in/1.6 mm. They are marked on the side of the tire with TWI, Tread Wear Indicator.
Tire damage General information Inspect your tires often for damage, foreign ob‐ jects lodged in the tread, and tread wear. Notes Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de‐ fects: ▷ Unusual vibrations during driving. ▷ Unusual handling such as a strong tendency
to pull to the left or right. In case of tire damage If there are indications of tire damage, re‐
duce your speed immediately and have the wheels and tires checked right away; otherwise, there is the increased risk of an accident. Drive carefully to the next service center or tire shop. If necessary, have the vehicle towed.◀
Changing wheels and tires Mounting
Information on mounting tires Have mounting and balancing performed
only by a service center or tire specialist. If this work is not carried out properly, there is the danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards.◀
Wheel and tire combination Information on the correct wheel-tire combina‐ tion and rim versions for your vehicle can be ob‐ tained from your service center. Incorrect wheel and tire combinations impair the function of a variety of systems such as ABS or DSC. To maintain good handling and vehicle re‐ sponse, use only tires with a single tread con‐ figuration from a single manufacturer. Following tire damage, have the original wheel and tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible.
Approved wheels and tires The manufacturer of your vehicle recom‐ mends that you use only wheels and tires that have been approved for your particular vehicle model. For example, despite having the same official size ratings, variations can lead to body contact and with it, the risk of severe accidents. The manufacturer of your vehicle cannot evalu‐ ate non-approved wheels and tires to determine if they are suited for use, and therefore cannot ensure the operating safety of the vehicle if they are mounted.◀
Repair of tire damage For safety reasons, the manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that you do not have damaged tires repaired; they should be re‐ placed. Otherwise, damage can occur as a re‐ sult.◀
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Maximum speed of winter tires If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher than the permissible speed for the winter tires, then display a corresponding sign in the field of vision. You can obtain this sign from the tire spe‐ cialist or from your service center.
Maximum speed for winter tires Do not exceed the maximum speed for the
winter tires; otherwise, tire damage and acci‐ dents can occur.◀
Run-flat tires For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire. Your service center will be glad to advise you. Rotating wheels between axles The manufacturer of your vehicle advises against swapping wheels between the front and rear axles. This can impair the handling characteristics. Storage 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 pres‐ sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
Run-flat tires* Label
Recommended tire brands
For each tire size, the manufacturer of your ve‐ hicle recommends certain tire brands. These can be identified by a star on the tire sidewall. With proper use, these tires meet the highest standards for safety and handling.
New tires Due to technical factors associated with their manufacture, tires do not achieve their full trac‐ tion potential until after an initial breaking-in pe‐ riod. Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles/ 300 km. Retreaded tires The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec‐ ommend the use of retreaded tires.
Retreaded tires Possibly substantial variations in the de‐ sign and age of the tire casing structures can limit service life and have a negative impact on road safety.◀
Winter tires The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends winter tires for winter roads or at temperatures below +45 ℉/+7 ℃. Although so-called all-season M+S tires do pro‐ vide better winter traction than summer tires, they do not provide the same level of perform‐ ance as winter tires.
RSC label on the tire sidewall.
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The wheels are composed of special rims and tires that are self-supporting, to a limited de‐ gree. The support of the sidewall allows the tire to re‐ main drivable to a restricted degree in the event of a pressure loss. Continued driving with a damaged tire., refer to page 90
Changing run-flat tires For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire. Your service center will be glad to advise you.Snow chains Fine-link snow chains Only certain types of fine-link snow chains have been tested by the manufacturer of your vehicle, classified as road-safe and recommended. Consult your service center for more informa‐ tion. Use Use only in pairs on the rear wheels, equipped with the tires of the following size: ▷ 225/55 R 17. ▷ 245/45 R 18. Follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. Make sure that the snow chains are always suf‐ ficiently tight. Retighten as needed according to the chain manufacturer's instructions. Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after mounting snow chains, as doing so may result in incorrect readings. When driving with snow chains, briefly activate Dynamic Traction Control if necessary. Maximum speed with snow chains Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h when using snow chains.
Snow chain detection* The concept When using snow chains, you should set whether you are driving with or without snow chains via the iDrive. The snow chain detection system supports you by automatically showing the detected state on the Control Display. When snow chains are in use, the rear axle steer‐ ing of the Integral Active Steering* is deacti‐ vated automatically. At speeds above the maximum allowable speed with snow chains of 30 mph/50 km/h, the rear axle steering is activated again automatically. Activating the status 1. "Settings" 2. "Tire chains" 3. "Tire chains installed" Automatic detection If functioning properly: ▷ Snow chains are mounted. The setting is not
activated After you drive a short distance, a Check Control message is shown and the state is activated automatically. Confirm the automatic activation.
▷ Snow chains are not mounted. The setting
is activated At speeds above 30 mph/50 km/h, a Check Control message is displayed. Deactivate the status manually.
If not functioning properly: ▷ Snow chains are mounted. The setting is not
activated A Check Control message is not displayed. The automatic detection system is malfunc‐ tioning. Activate the status manually.
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Activating/deactivating rear axle steering If the status indicating that snow chains are in use is activated, the rear axle steering is deacti‐ vated automatically. At speeds above 30 mph/50 km/h, the rear axle steering is activated again, even though snow chains are in use.
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Engine compartment Important features in the engine compartment
1 Vehicle identification number* 2 Jump starting, negative terminal 3 Washer fluid reservoir
4 Jump starting, positive terminal 5 Oil filler neck 6 Coolant reservoir
Never reach into the engine compartment Never reach into the intermediate spaces or gaps in the engine compartment. Otherwise, there is risk of injury, e.g. from rotating or hot parts.◀ 1. Pull the lever.
Hood Opening the hood
Working in the engine compartment Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the necessary professional technical training. If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide‐ lines, have any work on the vehicle performed only by a service center. If this work is not carried out properly, there is the danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards.◀
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2. Press the release handle and open the hood.
Danger of pinching Make sure that the closing path of the hood is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
3. Be careful of protruding parts on the hood.
Danger of injury when the hood is open There is a danger of injury from protruding
parts when the hood is open.◀
Closing the hood
Let the hood drop from a height of approx. 16 in/ 40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully. The hood must audibly engage on both sides.
Hood open when driving If you see any signs that the hood is not
completely closed while driving, pull over imme‐ diately and close it securely.◀
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Engine oil General information The engine oil consumption is dependent on the driving style and driving conditions. Therefore, check the engine oil level after every refueling using the electronic engine oil level check.
Checking the oil level The concept The oil level is monitored electronically and dis‐ played on the Control Display. Requirements ▷ The engine must be running and warm after
the vehicle has been driven for at least 6 miles/10 km.
▷ The vehicle is stopped or being driven on a
level roadway.
Displaying the oil level 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Engine oil level"
Duration while driving: approx. 5 minutes. ▷ "Engine oil level below minimum. Add 1
quart!" Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km.
▷ "Engine oil level too high! Have this
checked." Have the vehicle checked immediately.
Too much engine oil Have the vehicle checked immedi‐
ately; otherwise, surplus oil can lead to en‐ gine damage.◀
▷ "Measurement inactive. Have this
checked." Note the newly calculated remaining mile‐ age until the next oil service. Have the sys‐ tem checked as soon as possible.
Adding engine oil Filler neck
When the indicator lights up in the instrument cluster, add 1 US quart/liter of engine oil within the next 125 miles/200 km. Recommended oil types, refer to page 258.
Protect children Keep oil, grease, etc., out of reach of chil‐ dren and heed the warnings on the containers to prevent health risks.◀
Possible messages ▷ "Engine oil level OK" ▷ "Measurement not possible at this time." ▷ "Measuring engine oil level..."
Duration with the engine running: ap‐ prox. 3 minutes.
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Oil types Note
No oil additives Oil additives may lead to engine damage.◀
Approved oil types Your service center can advise you on which en‐ gine oils have been approved by the manufac‐ turer of your vehicle. The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the engine. Only use approved BMW High Performance oil. Approved oils belong to the viscosity grades SAE 0W-40, SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-40 and SAE 5W-30. Alternative oil types If the approved engine oils are not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of another oil with the follow‐ ing specification may be used. API SM quality standards or higher.
Suitable additives Only use suitable additives; otherwise, en‐
gine damage may occur. The additives are harmful to your health.◀ Coolant consists of water and additives. Not all commercially available additives are suit‐ able for your vehicle. Ask your service center for suitable additives. Coolant level If there is no Min– and Max– mark in the filler neck of the coolant reservoir, have the coolant level checked if necessary by your service cen‐ ter and add coolant as needed. Checking 1. Let the engine cool. 2. Turn the cap of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐ sure to dissipate, and then open it.
3. The coolant level is correct if it lies between
the minimum and maximum marks in the filler neck.
Coolant General information
Danger of burns from hot engine Do not open the cooling system while the engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant may cause burns.◀
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If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specified level; do not overfill.
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5. Turn the cap until there is an audible click. 6. Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmental protection regulations when disposing of coolant and coolant additives.
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Maintenance BMW Maintenance System The maintenance system directs you to re‐ quired maintenance measures and thereby sup‐ ports you in maintaining road safety and the op‐ erational reliability of the vehicle.
Condition Based Service CBS Sensors and special algorithms take into ac‐ count the driving conditions of your vehicle. Based on this, Condition Based Service deter‐ mines the maintenance requirements. The system makes it possible to adapt the amount of maintenance you need to your user profile. Details on the service requirements, refer to page 74, can be displayed on the Control Dis‐ play. Service data in the remote control Information on the required maintenance is con‐ tinuously stored in the remote control. Your service center will read out this data and suggest the right array of service procedures for your ve‐ hicle. Therefore, hand your service specialist the re‐ mote control that you used most recently. Storage periods Storage periods during which the vehicle bat‐ tery was disconnected are not taken into ac‐ count. If this occurs, have a service center update the time-dependent maintenance procedures, such as checking brake fluid and, if necessary, changing the engine oil and the microfilter/acti‐ vated-charcoal filter.
Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor‐ mation Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models for additional information on service requirements. Maintenance and repair should be performed by your service center. Make sure to have regular maintenance procedures recorded in the vehi‐ cle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models, and in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. These en‐ tries are proof of regular maintenance.
Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis
There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for checking the primary components in the vehicle emissions.
Emissions
▷ The warning lamp lights up:
Emissions are deteriorating. Have the vehicle checked as soon as pos‐ sible.
▷ The warning lamp flashes under cer‐
tain circumstances:
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This indicates that there is excessive misfiring in the engine. Reduce the vehicle speed and have the system checked immediately; otherwise, serious engine misfiring within a brief period can seriously damage emission control compo‐ nents, in particular the catalytic con‐ verter.
Fuel cap
The indicator lamp lights up. If the fuel cap is not properly tightened, the OBD system may conclude that fuel vapor is escaping. If the cap is then tightened, the display should go out in a short time. Data memory Your vehicle records data relating to vehicle op‐ eration, faults and user settings. These data are stored in the remote control and can be read out with suitable devices, particularly when the ve‐ hicle is serviced. The data obtained in this way provide valuable information for service proc‐ esses and repair or for optimizing and develop‐ ing vehicle functions further. In addition, if you signed a service contract for Assist, certain vehicle data can be sent directly from the vehicle to facilitate the desired serv‐ ices.
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Replacing components Tool kit
3. Position the wiper blade in a horizontal po‐
sition.
The tool kit is located in a fold-down cover in the trunk lid. Unscrew the wing nut to open.
Wiper blade replacement
Do not fold down the wipers without wiper blades
Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades have not been installed; this may damage the wind‐ shield.◀
Replacing the wiper blades 1. To change the wiper blades, fold up, refer to
page 64, the wiper arms.
2. Fold up the wipers.
4. Remove the wiper blade toward one side.
Lamp and bulb replacement General information Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribution to vehicle safety. The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that you entrust corresponding procedures to your service center if you are unfamiliar with them or they are not described here. You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs at your service center. Danger of burns Only change bulbs when they are cool;
otherwise, there is the danger of getting burned.◀
Working on the lighting system When working on the lighting system, you should always switch off the lights affected to prevent short circuits. To avoid possible injury or equipment damage when replacing bulbs, observe any instructions provided by the bulb manufacturer.◀
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Accessing the bulbs
Remove the screws and fold down the cap.
Low beams The illustration shows the left side of the engine compartment. 55-watt bulb, H7
Unscrew the cap, remove it, and change the bulb.
Turn signal The illustration shows the left side of the engine compartment. 24-watt bulb, PY
Do not touch the bulbs Do not touch the glass of new bulbs with
your bare hands, as even minute amounts of contamination will burn into the bulb's surface and reduce its service life. Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or hold the bulb by its base.◀
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) Light-emitting diodes installed behind a cover serve as the light source for controls, display el‐ ements and other equipment. These light-emitting diodes, which are related to conventional lasers, are officially designated as Class 1 light-emitting diodes. Do not remove the covers Do not remove the covers, and never stare into the unfiltered light for several hours; other‐ wise, irritation of the retina could result.◀
Headlamp glass Condensation can form on the inside of the ex‐ ternal lamps in cool or humid weather. When the light is switched on, the condensation evapo‐ rates after a short time. The headlamp glasses do not need to be changed. If there is a large amount of moisture, e.g., water droplets form in the lamp, have it checked by your service center. Front lamps, bulb replacement Halogen headlamps Parking lamps and roadside parking lamps, turn signal lamp These lights are made using LED technology. Contact your service center in the event of a malfunction.
Unscrew the cap, remove it, and change the bulb.
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High beams The illustration shows the left side of the engine compartment. 55-watt bulb, H7
1. Fold open the cover in the engine compart‐ment.
2. Unscrew the cap and remove it.
3. Unscrew the bulb holder counterclockwise.
If a xenon bulb fails, switch on the front fog lamps and continue the trip with great care. Comply with local regulations.
Do not perform work/bulb replacement on xenon headlamps
Have any work on the xenon lighting system, in‐ cluding bulb replacement, performed only by a service center. Due to the high voltage present in the system, there is the danger of fatal injuries if work is car‐ ried out improperly.◀ For checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your BMW center.
Parking lamps and roadside parking lamps, turn signal lamp These lights are made using LED technology. Contact your service center in the event of a malfunction.
Corner-illuminating lamps Follow the general instructions on lamps and bulbs. The illustration shows the left side of the engine compartment. 55-watt bulb, H7
4. Remove the bulb and replace it. 5.
Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in the reverse order. Xenon headlamps* Because of the long life of these bulbs, the like‐ lihood of failure is very low. Switching the lamps on and off frequently shortens their life.
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1. Fold open the cover in the engine compart‐
ment.
1. Carefully pull out the grill toward the front.
2. Unscrew the cap and remove it.
2. Remove the screws.
3. Unscrew the bulb holder counterclockwise.
3. Pull the lamp out toward the front. 4. Remove the bulb and replace it. 5.
Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in the reverse order.
Tail lamps, bulb replacement At a glance
4. Remove the bulb and replace it. 5.
Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in the reverse order.
Front fog lamps Follow the general instructions on lamps and bulbs, refer to page 262. 35-watt bulb, H8
1 Turn signal 2 Backup lamp 3 Inside brake lamp* 4 Tail lamp 5 Outside brake lamp 6 Rear reflector*
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