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6. Select "Auto Request" and press the con-
troller.
Manual BMW Teleservice call You can transmit data regarding your vehicle's service status to your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center when you wish to arrange a ser- vice 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.
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5. Select "Start service" and press the con-
troller.
The data relevant for service are transmitted. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center will contact you to set up an appointment for ser- vice.
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.
The activated BMW TeleServices services are displayed.
6. "Options" is selected: 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.
5. Press the controller. 6. Select "Start service" and press the con-
troller.
You are connected to BMW Customer Rela- tions by the BMW Assist Response Center.
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Concierge service* When you call the BMW Assist concierge ser- vice, 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 concierge service. The concierge service must be enabled sepa- rately by the BMW Assist Response Center.
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.
Displaying transferred data Select the received message if necessary and press the controller.
Dialing a phone number or transferring an address for destination guidance 1. Select "Options" and press the controller.
2. Select a menu item: > With "Call" you can establish a telephone connection. A prerequisite for this is that your Bluetooth mobile phone has been paired in the vehicle.
> Press "Select as destination" to transfer the address to the navigation system for desti- nation guidance.
Customizing 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.
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3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.
Requirements > Make sure that the vehicle can determine its
current position. Reception is best when you have an unobstructed view to the sky. > Leave vehicle ignition switched on during
the activation process.
Activating 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
4. Turn the controller until "BMW Service set- tings" is selected and press the controller.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Turn the controller until "Settings" 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.
6. Select "Options" and press the controller.
4. Turn the controller until "BMW Service set- tings" is selected and press the controller.
7. Select "Update services" and press the
controller.
Activating BMW Assist BMW Assist must be activated to use the ser- vices.
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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. 3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.
6. Select "Enable services" and press the con-
troller. BMW Assist is enabled and the data exchange with the BMW Assist Response Center begins.
4. Select "BMW Service settings" and press
the controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Assist profile" is selected 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.
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.
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Mobility Mobility
This section helps you maintain your 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
Switch off the engine before refueling. When handling fuel, always observe all
applicable precautionary measures and regula- tions. Never transport reserve fuel containers in the vehicle. These could become leaky and cause an explosion or a fire in an accident.<
Releasing manually If an electrical malfunction should occur, you can unlock the fuel filler door manually. 1. Open the right-hand side panel in the cargo
bay.
2. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol.
Fuel filler door
Opening
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.< 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. 22.5 US gal/85 liters, including the reserve capacity of approx. 2.1 US gal/8 liters X5 xDrive48i: approx. 2.6 US gal/10 liters reserve X6 xDrive50i: approx. 3.2 US gal/12 liters reserve
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.<
1. Open the fuel filler door. To do this, briefly
press the lower edge.
2. Turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise. 3. Place the fuel filler cap in the bracket
attached to the fuel filler door.
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.
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Fuel specifications
Gasoline engine: required fuel
Do not use leaded gasoline, otherwise damage to the catalytic converter 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.<
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.<
BMW X5 with BMW Advanced Diesel: Required fuel
Ultra-low sulfur diesel The engine of your BMW is designed for diesel with a low sulfur content: Ultra-low sulfur diesel ASTM D 975-07a.
Refuel only with ultra-low sulfur diesel. The percentage of biodiesel in the fuel
must not exceed 5Ξ, referred to as B5. Do not refuel with gasoline. If the vehicle has been refueled with incorrect fuel such as gasoline, do not start the engine; otherwise, there is a dan- ger of engine damage.< After incorrect refueling, contact a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.
The fuel filling neck is designed for refuel- ing with diesel nozzles.
If the nozzle cannot be inserted into the fuel filler pipe of your BMW, please check to make sure that you are refueling with a diesel fuel pump and whether this is equipped with a diesel nozzle.<
Winter diesel In order to assure the operational reliability of the diesel engine, during cold seasons, please refuel with winter diesel, which is sold at fuel stations during this time of year. The standard fuel filter heating prevents the supply of fuel from stalling during driving.
Do not mix in any additives or gasoline; otherwise, there is the risk of engine dam-
age.<
BMW X5 with BMW Advanced Diesel
The concept BMW Advanced Diesel reduces nitrogen oxides in the diesel exhaust of your vehicle by injecting the reducing agent diesel exhaust fluid into the exhaust line. In the catalytic converter, a chem- ical reaction occurs that minimizes nitrogen oxides.
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In order to be able to start the engine in the usual way, there must be a sufficient supply of diesel exhaust fluid in the separate reservoir.
Do not drive until the displayed remaining distance runs out. Otherwise, it may not
be possible to restart the engine.<
System heating In order to bring the system to operating tem- perature after a cold start of the engine, the automatic transmission shifts into the next higher gear at a later point.
Reserve display A display in the instrument panel informs you about the remaining distance can be covered with the amount of fuel currently in the tank.
The reserve display appears approx. 1,000 miles/1,600 km before the end of the tank.
As soon as the reserve display has appeared in the instrument panel, have the diesel exhaust fluid refilled to prevent the engine from being unable to restart.<
Diesel exhaust fluid at minimum
Incorrect fueling
The warning lamp lights up: The reservoir has been filled with an incorrect fluid.
Please contact your BMW Sports Activity Vehi- cle Center.
Have diesel exhaust fluid refilled Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center refills the diesel exhaust fluid as part of the regular maintenance. If you adhere to this maintenance schedule, it is usually not necessary to refill any fluids between the maintenance dates. Under certain circumstances, e.g. due to a par- ticularly sporty driving style or operation of the vehicle at high altitudes, it may be necessary to refill fluids between maintenance dates. As soon as the reserve display has appeared in the instrument panel, have the diesel exhaust fluid refilled to prevent the engine from being unable to restart. You can have the fluid refilled by a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.
Diesel exhaust fluid at low temperatures
Due to its physical properties, at temper- atures below +237/–56, it may also be
necessary to refill the diesel exhaust fluid between the regular maintenance dates. If the fluid needs to be refilled, this will be indi- cated with the reserve display in the instrument panel, refer to page 246.<
Even with a display of -- mls, the engine will continue to run, provided that it is not switched off, and all other operating requirements are met, e.g. sufficient fuel.
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Only refill the diesel exhaust fluid yourself in exceptional circumstances In order to get your vehicle to reach the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center, you may refill the diesel exhaust fluid yourself, making sure to heed the warning notices.
Do not allow diesel exhaust fluid to come into contact with you. This can lead to
skin and eye irritation. Wear protective goggles and gloves as needed. Follow the safety instructions on the bottle. When opening the bottle or reservoir, pungent smelling vapors can escape. Before refilling, close the vehicle completely so that the vapors do not get into the interior of the vehicle. When handling diesel exhaust fluid in enclosed spaces, make sure to have sufficient ventilation. After handling diesel exhaust fluid, wash hands thoroughly. Failure to do so may lead to irrita- tion, e.g. due to inadvertent contact with the eyes. If eye irritation occurs, immediately rinse eyes with ample water and contact a doctor if neces- sary. If diesel exhaust fluid comes into contact with surfaces of your vehicle, rinse the affected sur- faces with water or else damage may occur. Keep diesel exhaust fluid out of reach of chil- dren.<
Suitable diesel exhaust fluid > Preferred: BMW Diesel Exhaust Fluid.
This bottle and its special adapter permit convenient refilling with diesel exhaust fluid.
> Alternative: NOx reduction agent AUS 32
You can get diesel exhaust fluid at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.Refilling quantity Refilling quantity at the start of the reserve dis- play: approx. 0.75 US gal/2.7 Liter
Open reservoir for diesel exhaust fluid 1. Open hood, refer to page 258. 2. Fit releasing tool from onboard tool kit, refer
to page 269 into place and open the lock, refer to arrow.
Refilling BMW diesel exhaust fluid 1. Set bottle into place and rotate until it
comes into contact with the stop, refer to arrow.
2. Press bottle down, refer to arrow.
The reservoir of the vehicle is filled.
3. The reservoir is full when the fill level in the bottle stops changing. It is not possible to overfill.
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Pull bottle back, refer to arrow, and unscrew it.
has been driven for a few more minutes, this display will disappear.
Closing reservoir After the reservoir is filled, close it again with the releasing tool.
After refilling diesel exhaust fluid
Incorrect fluid
After refilling with the incorrect fluid, e.g. antifreeze for windshield wiper fluid, do
not start the engine because this could result in a fire hazard.< Contact your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.
Bottle disposal
You can have bottles for diesel exhaust fluid properly disposed of at your BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle Center. Only dispose of empty bottles in your house- hold garbage if the local legal regulations permit it.<
Reserve display
After refilling, the reserve continues to appear after the engine is restarted. After the vehicle
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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. If you fail to observe this pre- caution, you may be driving on tires with incor- rect tire pressures, a condition that can not only compromise your vehicle's driving stability, but also lead to tire damage and the risk of an acci- dent. Do not drive with depressurized, i.e. flat tires, except run-flat tires. A flat tire will seri- ously 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 100, or reset the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to page 102.<
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 Sports Activity Vehicle Center.< For correct identification of the right tire infla- tion pressure for your tires, observe the follow- ing: > Tire sizes of your vehicle > 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. of 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 permissible top speed for these tire inflation pressures is 100 mph/160 km/h. Do not exceed this speed, otherwise tire dam- age and accidents may result.<
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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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Tire inflation pressures X5 xDrive30i/X5 xDrive48i/X5 xDrive35d with two rows of seats
Tire size
Pressure specifications in psi/kPa
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 psi/ kilopascal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
Compact wheel*: T 155/90 D 18 113 M T 155/80 R 19 114 M
without sport package: 255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL 255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL Front: 255/50 R 19 107 V XL Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 V XL Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL
60/420
60/420
60/420
60/420
60/420
60/420
32/220
32/220
32/22032/220
35/24032/220
32/220
32/22032/220
32/22032/220
32/220
32/22038/260
38/26032/220
32/220
35/240
32/220
32/220
32/220
32/220
32/220
35/240
32/220
32/220
32/220
32/220
32/220
38/260
32/220
35/24032/220
32/220
32/220with sport package: 255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL 255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL Front: 255/50 R 19 107 V XL Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 V XL Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL 35/240
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32/220
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32/220
32/220
32/220
35/24038/260
38/26038/260
35/240
38/260
35/240
41/280
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Tire inflation pressures X5 xDrive30i/X5 xDrive48i/X5 xDrive35d with two rows of seats
Tire size
Pressure specifications in psi/kPa
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 psi/ kilopascal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
without sport package: 255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL 255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL Front: 255/50 R 19 107 V XL Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 V XL Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL
32/220
32/220
32/22035/240
38/26032/220
32/220
32/22032/220
35/24032/220
35/240
32/22039/270
42/29035/240
32/220
36/250
32/220
32/220
32/220
35/240
32/220
36/250
32/220
32/220
32/220
36/250
32/220
39/270
35/240
38/26032/220
32/220
32/220with sport package: 255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL 255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL Front: 255/50 R 19 107 V XL Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 V XL Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL 35/240
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35/24032/220
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35/240
35/24039/270
42/29041/280
35/240
39/270
35/240
42/290
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Tire inflation pressure X6 xDrive35i
Tire size
Pressure specifications in psi/kPa
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 psi/ kilopascal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
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255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL 255/50 R 19 107 V M+S XL Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL Compact wheel*: T 155/90 D 18 113 M T 155/80 R 19 114 M More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 289.
60/420
32/220
32/220
60/420
60/420
60/420
32/220
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32/220
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33/230
39/270
33/230
36/250
33/230
36/250
60/420
60/420
Tire inflation pressures for X6 xDrive50i
Tire size
Pressure specifications in psi/kPa
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 psi/ kilopascal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature
36/250
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33/230
33/230
33/230
255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL 255/50 R 19 107 V M+S XL Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL Compact wheel*: T 155/90 D 18 113 M T 155/80 R 19 114 M More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 289.
60/420
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60/420
60/420
60/420
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Tire identification marks Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify and choose the right tires.
255/55 R 18 109 H
Tire size e.g. Nominal width in mm Aspect ratio in Ξ Belted construction – radial Rim diameter in inches Carrying capacity ID-code (not in ZR tires) Speed code letter (in ZR tires before the R)
Speed letter Q = up to 100 mph/160 km/h 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 Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the US Department of Transportation. DOT code:
DOT xxxx xxx 0806
e.g. Manufacturer 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 ... 3008 indicates that the tire was manufactured in week 30 of 2008. 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. These grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement, as measured under con- trolled conditions on specified government test surfaces 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.<
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 256.
M+S Winter and all-season tires. These have better winter properties than sum- mer tires.
XL Indicates 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.
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/
