BMW 520D BROCHURE 2009, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Winter tyres Snow chains
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The correct tyres
BMW recommends you to fit winter
tyres (M+S radial-ply) if the car is used
for driving in wintery conditions.
Although tyres sold for all-year use with
an M+S marking have better winter
characteristics than summer tyres
marked with speed letters H, V, W, Y or
ZR, they do not normally match the
performance of winter tyres.
In the interests of reliable directional
stability and steerability, fit winter tyres
of the same make and tread pattern to
all four road wheels.
Note the speed limit applicable to
these tyres
In Germany: a sticker stating the
maximum permitted speed must be
displayed in the driver's field of view if
the car is capable of speeds higher
than that permitted for the tyres. Suit-
able labels are available from tyre
suppliers or a BMW Service.
Never exceed the maximum speed
laid down for the winter tyres fitted
to your car.
Lack of expert knowledge or incorrect
handling of tyres can cause damage
and lead to accidents.
All work on tyres should therefore be
carried out only by experts. BMW
Service will gladly place its specialised
knowledge and facilities at your
disposal.
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Tyre condition and tyre pressures
Below a tread depth of 4 mm (0.16 in),
winter tyres become noticeably less
suitable for winter driving conditions
and should therefore be replaced for
safety reasons.
Keep to the specified tyre pressures
and have the wheels and tyres rebal-
anced each time the wheels are
changed or new tyres are fitted.
Fine-link BMW snow chains are only
permitted if fitted to both rear wheels.
When fitting, comply with the manufac-
turer's instructions. When snow chains
are in use, do not exceed 50 km/h
(approx. 30 mph).
If the car has 17 or 18-inch
wheels, snow chains cannot be
fitted.
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