BMW 5 Series: Changing wheels and tires
Mounting
Information on mounting tires
Have mounting and balancing performed
only by a service center or tire specialist.
If this work is not carried out properly, there is the danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards.◀
Wheel and tire combination
Information on the correct wheel-tire combination and rim versions for your vehicle can be obtained from your service center.
Incorrect wheel and tire combinations impair the function of a variety of systems such as ABS or DSC.
To maintain good handling and vehicle response, use only tires with a single tread configuration from a single manufacturer.
Following tire damage, have the original wheel and tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible.
Approved wheels and tires
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
that you use only wheels and tires that
have been approved for your particular vehicle
model.
For example, despite having the same official size ratings, variations can lead to body contact and with it, the risk of severe accidents.
The manufacturer of your vehicle cannot evaluate non-approved wheels and tires to determine if they are suited for use, and therefore cannot ensure the operating safety of the vehicle if they are mounted.◀
Recommended tire brands
For each tire size, the manufacturer of your vehicle recommends certain tire brands. These can be identified by a star on the tire sidewall.
With proper use, these tires meet the highest standards for safety and handling.
New tires
Due to technical factors associated with their manufacture, tires do not achieve their full traction potential until after an initial breaking-in period.
Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles/ 300 km.
Retreaded tires
The manufacturer of your vehicle does not recommend the use of retreaded tires.
Retreaded tires
Possibly substantial variations in the design
and age of the tire casing structures can
limit service life and have a negative impact on
road safety.◀
Winter tires
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends winter tires for winter roads or at temperatures below +45 ℉/+7 ℃.
Although so-called all-season M+S tires do provide better winter traction than summer tires, they do not provide the same level of performance as winter tires.
Maximum speed of winter tires
If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher than the permissible speed for the winter tires, then display a corresponding sign in the field of vision. You can obtain this sign from the tire specialist or from your service center.
Maximum speed for winter tires
Do not exceed the maximum speed for the
winter tires; otherwise, tire damage and accidents
can occur.◀
Run-flat tires
For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire. Your service center will be glad to advise you.
Rotating wheels between axles
The manufacturer of your vehicle advises against swapping wheels between the front and rear axles.
This can impair the handling characteristics.
Storage
Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil, grease and fuels.
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pressure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
Tire damage
General information
Inspect your tires often for damage, foreign objects
lodged in the tread, and tread wear.
Notes
Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, as
well as debris, curbs and oth ...
Run-flat tires
Label
RSC label on the tire sidewall.
The wheels are composed of special rims and
tires that are self-supporting, to a limited degree.
The support of the sidewall allows the tire to remain
dr ...
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Adjusting the volume
Turn the knob until the desired volume is selected.
The setting is stored for the remote control
currently in use.
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