Mini CLUBMAN, Owner'S Manual

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Winter tires
Winter tires are recommended for operat-
ing on winter roads.
Winter tires can be identified by the sym-
bol with mountain and snowflake, as well as
the M+S marking on the tire sidewall.
So-called all-season tires with M+S designa-
tion, but without symbol with mountain and
snowflake, have better winter characteris-
tics than summer tires but generally do not
achieve the performance of winter tires.
Maximum speed of winter tires
If the maximum speed of the vehicle is
higher than the permissible speed for the
winter tires, then attach a sign showing the
permissible maximum speed in the field of
vision. The sign is available from a dealer's
service center or another qualified service
center or repair shop.
With winter tires mounted, observe and do
not exceed the permissible maximum speed.
Changing runflat tires
When changing from runflat tires to stand-
ard tires, it must be ensured that the vehicle
contains an emergency wheel or tire mobi-
lity kit. Further information is available
from a dealer's service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Wheel change between axles
Different abrasion patterns can occur on the
front and rear axles depending on individual
driving conditions. The tires can be rotated
in pairs between the axles to achieve even
abrasion. Further information is available
from a dealer's service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop. After
changing, check the tire pressure and cor-
rect, if needed.
Storing tires
Tire pressure
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation
pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.
Storage
Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry and
dark place.
Always protect tires against all contact with
oil, grease, and solvents.
Do not leave tires in plastic bags.
Remove dirt from wheels or tires.
Runflat tires
Principle
Runflat tires permit continued driving un-
der limited conditions even in the event of a
complete tire pressure loss.
General information
The wheels are composed of tires that are
self-supporting to a limited degree.
The reinforcement of the sidewall allows
the tire to remain drivable to a limited de-
gree in the event of a tire pressure loss.
Follow the instructions for continued driv-
ing with a flat tire.
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