BMW 2 Series Owner's Handbook Manual page 288

MOBILITY
Speed code letter
Designation Maximum speed
Q up to 160 km/h, 100 mph
R up to 170 km/h, 106 mph
S up to 180 km/h, 112 mph
T up to 190 km/h, 118 mph
H up to 210 km/h, 131 mph
F up to 240 km/h, 150 mph
W up to 270 km/h, 167 mph
Y up to 300 km/h, 186 mph
(Y) above 300 km/h/186 mph
Tyre tread
Summer tyres
The tyre tread depth should not be less than
3 mm, 0.12 in, otherwise there is a high risk of
aquaplaning.
Winter tyres
The tyre tread depth should not be less than
4 mm, 0.16 in, otherwise its suitability for win-
ter use is restricted.
Minimum tread depth
There are wear indicators from the tyre manu-
facturer distributed over the tyre circumference
with a height of at least 1.6 mm, approx. 0.06
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in, which serve as an indicator of tyre tread
wear.
The positions of the wear indicators are identi-
fied on the tyre sidewall by TWI, Tread Wear
Indicator.
Irrespective of the wear indicators, observe the
legal requirements on minimum tread depth.
Tyre damages
General
Inspect tyres regularly for damage, the pres-
ence of foreign bodies and wear.
Vehicle behaviour that may indicate tyre dam-
age or other faults:
▷ Unusual vibrations.
▷ Unusual tyre or running noises.
▷ Unusual vehicle response, such as pro-
nounced pulling to the left or right.
▷ Uneven wear pattern, for example in-
creased wear near the tyre shoulder.
Damage can be caused by situations such as
the following:
▷ Driving over kerbs.
▷ Road damage.
▷ Tyre inflation pressure too low.
▷ Overloading the vehicle.
▷ Incorrect tyre storage.
Safety information
WARNING
If the tyres are damaged, the tyre inflation
pressure may be reduced, causing you to
lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of
accident. If you suspect tyre damage while
you are driving, immediately reduce speed
and bring the vehicle to a stop. Have the
wheels and tyres checked. To do so, carefully
drive to a Service Partner of the manufacturer