NEW WHEELS AND TIRES
e.g. on making a corresponding entry in the vice tires can lead to damage and acci-
The correct wheels and tires
vehicle documents.
dents. Have this work performed by skilled
professionals only. The technicans at your
MINI Dealer will be glad to assist you with
the required professional knowledge and
specialized equipment.<
The manufacturer of your vehicle
recommends mounting only wheels The factory-approved radial belt tires are
and tires that it has specifically tested and matched to your vehicle and provide opti-
approved for use on your particular model. mum safety and driving comfort when
Although other wheels and tires may theo- used properly.
retically have the same dimensions, varia-
tions in factors such as manufacturing tol- Run Flat tires:
Storage
erances can result in contact between tire
and bodywork, ultimately leading to seri-
tires, refer to Run Flat tires, please note the
ous 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
spare wheel is available in the event of a
the operating safety of the vehicle if they
Store tires in a cool, dry place, protecting
them against light whenever possible. Pro-
tect the tires against contact with oil,
grease and fuel. Do not exceed the tire
inflation pressure specified on the tire side-
wall.
If your vehicle is equipped with Run Flat
following: when mounting new tires or
replacing summer tires with winter tires, or
vice versa, use only Run Flat tires since no
flat. The manufacturer of your vehicle will
be glad to advise you.
are fitted.<
To maintain good handling and vehicle
Special characteristics of winter tires
response, use only tires of a single brand
The manufacturer of your vehicle recom-
and tread configuration. In the event of a
mends winter tires for driving in adverse
flat tire, remount the previous wheel and
winter road conditions. While all-season
tire combination as soon as possible.
tires with the M+S designation provide bet-
ter winter traction than summer tires, they
generally do not achieve the full perfor-
mance of winter tires.
Recommended tire sizes and brands:
For each tire size, certain tire brands have
been tested, classified as road safe and
approved by the manufacturer of your
Observing speed ratings:
vehicle. You can find out about these from
Never exceed the maximum speed
a professional tire center, preferably your
for which the winter tires are rated.
MINI Dealer. Observe any local regulations,
Unprofessional attempts by laymen to ser-
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