X Series E53 X5 3.0i (M54) OFFRD
Note:
Pay attention to different tyre markings:
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Item (1) Marking denoting BMW-approved tyres. Ensure that
only BMW-approved tyres are fitted.
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Item (2) RSC is the abbreviation for Runflat System C
omponent (runflat tyres).
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Item (3) Outside. The tyre must be fitted so that the wording
Outside is always situated on the outside of the rim.
Important!
Many tyres are directional!
The arrow on the tyre must point in the direction of travel for
each wheel!
Models with M Mobility system
If the tyre was filled with the M-Mobility system after a puncture, it
will be necessary before removal to drill an approx. 25 mm dia.
hole in the sidewall of the tyre. Drain sealing compound from this
hole and dispose of this compound in an environmentally
responsible manner. Clean the disc wheel after removing the tyre.
Tyre removal with a fitting machine:
Unscrew valve insert, discharge air, force off tyre bead from rim
flange with pressing-off horn of device on outside and inside.
If tyre beads are stuck, first release the tyre with the pressing-off
horn at several points of the wheel before actually pressing off,
apply tyre mounting paste between tyre and rim flange and press
off the tyres completely.
Pull off balance weights on rim and clean rim to remove large
pieces of dirt.
Clamp wheel on mounting machine.
Narrow rim shoulder always faces upwards.
Important!
Vehicles with RDC:
To prevent the pressing-off horn from damaging the RDC
wheel electronics, do not rest the pressing-off horn on both
rim sides in the area of the valve.
RA Changing a tyre (on front, rear or spare wheel)
BMW AG - TIS
06.02.2013 21:46
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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