Snow chains*
Only certain snow chains have been
tested by BMW and determined and
approved as roadworthy. Consult your
BMW center for more information.
BMW recommends using only these
approved fine-link snow chains. Use
them in pairs on winter tires, but only on
both rear wheels.
exceed specified
um speeds
ever exceed the maximum
eed for which the winter tires
d.
ssional attempts by laymen to
tires can lead to damage and
ts.
Comply with all manufacturer's safety
precautions when mounting the chains.
Do not exceed a maximum speed of
30 mph / 50 km/h when using snow
chains.
is work performed by skilled
onals only. Your BMW center
glad to assist you with both their
e and the proper equipment for
hicle.<
After mounting or removing snow
chains, always reinitialize the sequential
M gearbox with Drivelogic, refer to
page 71.
ndition, tire pressure
depths below approx. 3/16 in /
re performance under winter
conditions deteriorates notice-
orn tires should therefore be
d for safety considerations.
It is not possible to mount snow
chains on tires with 18-inch and
19-inch wheels.
Deactivate the Flat Tire Monitor when
using snow chains. Malfunction warn-
ings and undetected losses in pressure
are a possibility when driving with snow
chains.
with the specified tire inflation
es – and be sure to have the
nd tire assembly balanced
me you change a tire or wheel.
For additional information, refer to
page 84.<
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