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Wheel and tire combinations
The right choice
Use only wheels and tires
approved by BMW for the corre-
sponding vehicle model, as otherwise
the tires may make contact with the
body as the result of tolerances despite
the same nominal size being used,
leading to serious accidents. If non-
approved wheels and tires are used,
BMW cannot evaluate their suitability,
and therefore cannot be held liable for
driving
safety.<
For wheel and tire specifications
approved by BMW, refer to the informa-
tion on page 103.
The correct wheel and tire combi-
nation affects different systems
such as ABS, DSC and the Flat Tire
Monitor. The function of these systems
is impaired if improper wheel and tire
combinations are used.
For this reason, use only tires of the
same brand and tread pattern on the
vehicle and, for example, restore the
approved wheel and tire combination
following a flat tire as soon as
possible.<
Codes on tires and wheels
The code on the tires has the following
meaning.
Codes on radial tires:
Example:
205/60 R 15 91 H
Nominal width
in mm
Aspect ratio in %
Belt rating ID code
for radial tires
Wheel diameter in inches
Load rating
(not on ZR tires)
Speed rating
(before R on ZR tires)
The speed rating indicates the
approved maximum speed for the tire.
Summer tires:
S
= up to 112 mph (180 km/h)
T
= up to 118 mph (190 km/h)
H
= up to 130 mph (210 km/h)
V
= up to 149 mph (240 km/h)
W = up to 167 mph (270 km/h)
Y
= up to 186 mph (300 km/h)
ZR = over 149 mph (240 km/h)
All-season and winter tires:
Q M+S = up to 100 mph (160 km/h)
T M+S = up to 118 mph (190 km/h)
H M+S = up to 130 mph (210 km/h)
Codes on light-alloy wheels:
Example:
7
J
Rim width
in inches
Code letter for
flange type
Symbol for full-drop
center rim
Rim diameter in inches
Extended hump on
the 2 rim shoulders
Protect valve inserts against dirt by
using screw-on valve caps.
Dirt in the valve inserts
frequently causes a slow loss in tire
pressure.
Storage
Store tires in a cool, dry place,
protecting them against light whenever
possible. Protect the tires against
contact with oil, grease and fuel.
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