BMW 3 SERIES GRAN TURISMO 2018 Owners Manual

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Mobility
In order to always ensure your mobility, you will find important information on operating fluids,wheels and tires, maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following.Online Edition for Part no. 01402981529 - VI/17

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RefuelingVehiclefeaturesandoptions
This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Generalinformation
Follow the fuel recommendation, refer to
page 224, prior to refueling.
Safetyinformation NOTE
With a range of less than 30 miles/50 km
it is possible that the engine will no longer have sufficient fuel. Engine functions are not enjsured anymore. There is a risk of property
damage. Refuel promptly.'

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ClosingWARNING
The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be
jammed and crushed during closing. The cap cannot be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors
can escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of property damage. Pay attention that the retainjing strap is not jammed or crushed when closjing the lid.'

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FuelVehiclefeaturesandoptionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Fuelrecommendation
Generalinformation Depending on the region, many gas stations
sell fuel that has been customized to winter or
summer conditions. Fuel that is available in
winter, e.g., helps make a cold start easier.
Gasoline
Generalinformation For the best fuel efficiency, the gasolineshould be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur conjtent.
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as conj taining metal must not be used.
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of
10 %, i. e., E10, may be used for refueling.
Ethanol should meet the following quality stanj dards:
US: ASTM 4806mxx
CAN: CGSB-3.511mxx
xx: comply with the current standard in each
case.Safetyinformation
NOTE
Do not press the Start/Stop button after
refueling with the wrong fuel. Furthermore, the
catalytic converter is permanently damaged.
There is a risk of property damage. Do not rej fuel or add the following in the case of gasoline
engines:'yLeaded gasoline.'yMetallic additives, e.g., manganese or iron.
Do not press the Start/Stop button after refuelj ing with the wrong fuel. Contact a dealerss
service center or another qualified service cenj
ter or repair shop.'

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gine deposits, it is highly recommended topurchase gasoline from Top Tier retailers.
Failure to comply with these recommendations
may result in the need for unscheduled mainj tenance.'

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WheelsandtiresVehiclefeaturesandoptions
This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Tireinflationpressure
Generalinformation
The tire characteristics and tire inflation presj
sure influence the following:'yThe service life of the tires.'yRoad safety.'yDriving comfort.'yFuel consumption.
Safetyinformation
WARNING
A tire with low or missing tire inflation
pressure impacts handling, such as steering
and braking response. There is a risk of an acj
cident. Regularly check the tire inflation presj sure, and correct it as needed, e.g., twice amonth and before a long trip.'

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These pressure values can also be found onthe tire inflation pressure label on the driver's
door pillar.
Do not exceed a speed of 100 mph/160 km/h.
Tireinflationpressurevaluesupto
100mph/160km/h
330ixDrive
Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires225/55 R 17 97 H
M+S A/S RSC
225/55 R 17 97 H
RSC
225/55 R 17 97 H
M+S RSC2.2 / 322.2 / 32225/50 R 18 95 V
RSC
225/50 R 18 99 V
M+S XL A/S RSC
225/50 R 18 99 V
M+S XL RSC2.2 / 322.4 / 35225/45 R 19 96 V
M+S XL A/S RSC2.2 / 322.6 / 38Front: 225/50 R 18
95 V RSC2.2 / 32-Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSIRear: 255/45 R 18
99 V RSC-2.2 / 32Front: 225/45 R 19
92 W RSC2.2 / 32-Rear: 255/40 R 19
96 W RSC-2.4 / 35Emergency wheel:
T 135/90 R 17 104
MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
340ixDrive
Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires225/50 R 18 95 V
RSC
225/50 R 18 99 V
M+S XL A/S RSC
225/50 R 18 99 V
M+S XL RSC
225/55 R 17 97 H
M+S RSC2.2 / 322.4 / 35225/45 R 19 96 V M+S XL A/S RSC2.2 / 322.6 / 38Front: 225/50
R 18 95 V RSC2.2 / 32-Rear: 255/45 R 18
99 V RSC-2.2 / 32Front: 225/45
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Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSIRear: 255/40 R 19
96 W RSC-2.4 / 35Emergency wheel:
T 135/90 R 17
104 MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
Tireinflationpressuresatmax.
speedsabove100mph/160km/h
WARNING
In order to drive at maximum speeds in
excess of 100 mph/160 km/h, please observe, and, if necessary, adjust tire pressures for
speeds exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h from the
relevant table on the following pages. Otherj wise, tire damage and accidents could occur.'

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Tire sizePressure specifications in
bar/PSIFront:
225/50 R 18 95 W
RSC2.6 / 38-Rear: 255/45 R 18
99 W RSC-2.9 / 42Front: 225/45
R 19 92 W RSC2.8 / 41-Rear: 255/40 R 19
96 W RSC-3.1 / 45Emergency
wheel:
T 135/90 R 17
104 MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
340ixDrive Without high-speed tuning feature
Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires225/55 R 17 97 H
M+S RSC
225/50 R 18 95 V
RSC
225/50 R 18 99 V
M+S XL A/S RSC
225/50 R 18 99 V
M+S XL RSC2.2 / 322.7 / 39225/45 R 19 96 V M+S XL A/S RSC2.4 / 352.9 / 42Front: 225/50
R 18 95 V RSC2.2 / 32-Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSIRear: 255/45 R 18
99 V RSC-2.4 / 35Front: 225/45
R 19 92 W RSC2.4 / 35-Rear: 255/40 R 19
96 W RSC-2.6 / 38Emergency wheel:
T 135/90 R 17
104 MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
With high-speed tuning feature
Tire sizePressure specifications in
bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires225/50 R 18 95
W RSC
225/50 R 18 99 V
M+S XL RSC2.6 / 383.1 / 45225/55 R 17 97 H
M+S RSC2.2 / 322.6 / 38Front:
225/50 R 18 95
W RSC2.6 / 38-Rear:
255/45 R 18 99
W RSC-2.9 / 42Front: 225/45
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Tire sizePressure specifications in
bar/PSIRear: 255/40
R 19 96 W RSC-3.1 / 45Emergency
wheel:
T 135/90 R 17
104 MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
Tireidentificationmarks
Tiresize 245/45 R 18 96 Y
245: nominal width in mm
45: aspect ratio in %
R: radial tire code
18: rim diameter in inches 96: load rating, not for ZR tires
Y: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires
Maximumtireload
Maximum tire load is the maximum permissible
weight for which the tire is approved.
Locate the maximum tire load on the tire sidejwall and the Gross Axle Weight Rating m GAWR
m on the certification label on the driverss door pillar.
Divide the tire load by 1.1. It must be greater than one-half of the vehicless Gross Axle
Weight Rating m GAWR. Note, front vs. rear GAWR and tire loads, respectively.
Speedletter Q  up to 100 mph/160 km/h
R  up to 106 mph/170 km/h
S  up to 112 mph/180 km/h
T  up to 118 mph/190 km/h
H  up to 131 mph/210 km/h
V  up to 150 mph/240 km/h
W  up to 167 mph/270 km/h
Y  up to 186 mph/300 km/h
TireIdentificationNumber DOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 2117
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand
xxx: tire size and tire design
2117: tire age
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of
the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Tireage
Recommendation
Regardless of the tire tread, replace tires at
least every 6 years.
Manufacturedate You can find the manufacture date of the tireon the tire's sidewall.DesignationManufacture dateDOT 

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