BMW 745 2002, Owner'S Manual

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Wheels and tires
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Wheels and tires
Tire inflation pressure
Information for your safety
The factory-mounted radial tires have been
specially selected to provide optimal
performance when installed on your
vehicle; if properly cared for they will
furnish a combination of tremendous safety
and excellent ride comfort.
It is not merely the tire's service life, but
also driving comfort and – above all else –
driving safety that depend on the condition
of the tires and the maintenance of the
specified tire pressure.
Incorrect inflation pressure is a frequent
cause of tire damage. Tire inflation pres-
sures also have a substantial effect on your
BMW's handling response.
Check tire inflation pressures regu-
larly – at least every two weeks and
before beginning a longer trip. If you fail to
observe this precaution you may be driving
on tires with incorrect tire pressures, a
condition that can not only compromise
your vehicle's stability, but also lead to tire
damage and the risk of an accident.
Remember to check the inflation pressure
in your spare tire. Inflate the spare tire to
the highest pressure specified for any tire
on the vehicle.
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The inflation pressures, provided on a label
affixed to the B-pillar, are visible when the
driver's door is open.
To check tire pressures
The table on the next page provides the
correct inflation pressures for cool
(ambient temperature) tires in psi/kilo-
pascal.
Vehicles with RDC Tire Pressure Monitor:
Remember to reactivate the system after
correcting your tire pressures, refer to
page
92 .
Comply with tire approval
specifications
The inflation pressures in the table apply to
tire sizes and tires from BMW-approved
manufacturers. Your BMW center is familiar
with these pressures. Higher pressures
may be specified for tires from other manu-
facturers.