3 Series E46 325i (M56) TOUR
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General Information, Series light alloy disk
wheel E 46
Note:
All E 46 vehicles are fitted as standard with light alloy disk
wheels which it is difficult to distinguish visually from steel
disk wheels.
Identifying features:
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Sticker on light alloy disk wheel. (1) = Indication
"Aluminium"
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Wall thickness of rim dish: approx. 8 mm.
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Light alloy disk wheels are not magnetic.
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Light alloy disk wheels can be identified from their BMW parts
numbers, refer to BMW Parts Service.
Caution!
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Use only special hub caps for E46. When using different
hub caps, these can be damaged by the smaller
diameter of the clamping surface, resulting in loss.
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Use only BMW-approved two-part balancing weights.
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When fitting two-part balancing weights, always use
specified tools.
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Do not straighten light alloy disk wheels: always replace
damaged light alloy disk wheels.
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Notches in light alloy disk wheels can lead to cracking.
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Do not lubricate wheel nuts.
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When fitting tires, avoid damaging light alloy disk wheels,
e.g. on sharp-edged retaining claws on fitting machine.
RA General Information, Series light alloy disk wheel E 46
BMW AG - TIS
14.02.2013 13:53
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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