Snow Chains - BMW M5 Owner's Handbook Manual

maximum permitted speed for the tyres fitted
must be displayed in your field of view. Special-
ist tyre dealers and BMW Service can supply
these labels.
After changing wheels/tyres
After changing wheels/tyres, the slip detection
feature of the Sequential M Gearbox must be
familiarised with the modified status.
To this end, reinitialise the system:
1. On a straight road, at a speed of between
30 km/h and 150 km/h (20 and 90 mph)
move the selector lever to neutral N.
2. Pull both shift paddles for approx.
2 seconds.
If you do not perform the initialising procedure,
the system will gradually learn the modified
status automatically as the car is driven. You
may notice this procedure in form of temporary
disengaging and re-engaging of the clutch.
Tyre storage
Store wheels and tyres in a cool, dry and prefer-
ably dark place when not in use. Protect tyres
against contamination from oil, grease and fuel.

Snow chains*

Only certain fine-link snow chains have been
tested by BMW, classified as safe for use and
recommended. BMW Service is able to provide
the details of these makes.
Such chains may be used only as a pair, in com-
bination with winter tyres fitted at the rear.
When fitting, comply with the snow chain man-
ufacturer's instructions. When snow chains are
in use, do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph).
Do not initialise the Run Flat Indicator if
snow chains are fitted, as the system
might issue an incorrect reading.
After fitting or removing snow chains, the slip
detection feature of the Sequential M Gearbox
must be familiarised with the modified status.
To this end, reinitialise the system, see under
After changing wheels/tyres.<
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