BMW 520D BROCHURE 2009, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Safety precautions in the event of
a puncture or tyre failure:
Halt the car as far away from the main
traffic flow as possible, on a firm
surface; switch on the hazard warning
flashers.
Engage the steering lock in the straight-
ahead position, apply the handbrake
and select first or reverse gear or
selector lever position P.
All occupants must leave the car and be
led to a point where they are not
exposed to risk, for example behind a
crash barrier at the side of the road.
If necessary, set up the warning triangle
or a flashing warning light at a sufficient
distance to the rear. Comply with rele-
vant local laws.
Only change wheels on a flat, firm and
non-slip surface. On a soft or low-grip
surface (snow, ice, tiles or similar) there
is a risk of the car or the jack sliding
sideways.
Position the car's jack on a firm surface.
Never place wood blocks or similar
under the jack, or the maximum lifting
capacity may be exceeded. When the
car has been jacked up, do not lie
under it or start the engine, as this
could lead to a potentially fatal acci-
dent.
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What you need
To avoid rattling noises later, please
make a note of the positions of the
tools when they are removed, and
replace them in the same positions
later.
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Jack
Saloon: fold back the floor mat in the
luggage compartment and loosen the
wing nut (arrow).
touring: raise the floor panel and the
spare wheel cover (see page 134).
After using the jack, retract it fully,
swing the crank handle back in and
clip it securely
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Wheel chock
Next to the jack. Unscrew the wing
nut to remove it.
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