BMW M3 2017 Owners Manual

Tire
inflation
pressure
values
up
to
100
mph/160
km/h
M3Tire sizePressure specifications in
bar/PSISpecifications
in bar/PSI with
cold tires255/40 R 18 99
V M+S XL2.2 / 312.3 / 33255/35 R 19 96
V M+S XL2.4 / 342.6 / 37Front: 255/40 R
18 95 (Y)2.2 / 31-Rear: 275/40 R
18 99 (Y)-2.2 / 31Front: 255/35 R
19 92 (Y)2.2 / 31-Rear: 275/35 R
19 100 (Y) XL-2.2 / 31F: 265/30 R 20
94 (Y) XL2.2 / 31-Rear: 285/30 R
20 99 (Y) XL-2.2 / 31
Tire
inflation
pressures
at
max.
speeds
above
100
mph/160
km/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.'

18: rim diameter in inches
96: load rating, not for ZR tires
Y: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires
Maximum
tire
load 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.
Speed
letter
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
Tire
Identification
NumberDOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 3816
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand
xxx: tire size and tire design
3816: tire age
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of
the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Tire
age DOT 

Temperature
The temperature grades are A, the highest, B,
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the maj
terial of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire
life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds
to a level of performance which all passenger
vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Moj
tor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades
Band A represent higher levels of performance
on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law.
WARNING
The temperature grade for this tire is esj
tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflajtion, or excessive loading, either separately orin combination, can cause heat buildup andpossible tire failure.'

Safety
informationWARNING
Damaged tires can lose tire inflation
pressure, which can lead to loss of vehicle control. There is a risk of an accident. If tiredamage is suspected while driving, immedijately reduce speed and stop. Have wheels andtires checked. For this purpose, drive carefully
to the nearest dealerss service center or anj
other qualified service center or repair shop.
Have vehicle towed or transported as
needed.'

dent. The manufacturer of your vehicle doesnot recommend the use of retreaded tires.'

General
information'yFollow the instructions on using the Mobijlity System found on the compressor and
sealant container.'yUse of the Mobility System may be ineffecj
tive if the tire puncture measures approx.
1/8 inches/4 mm or more.'yContact a dealerss service center or anj other qualified service center or repair
shop if the tire cannot be made drivable.'yIf possible, do not remove foreign bodies that have penetrated the tire.'yPull the speed limit sticker off the sealant
container and apply it to the steering
wheel.'yThe use of a sealant can damage the TPM wheel electronics. In this case, have theelectronics checked and replaced at the
next opportunity.
Storage
The Mobility System is located under thecargo floor panel.
Sealant
container
'ySealant container, arrow 1.'yFilling hose, arrow 2.
Observe use-by date on the sealant container.
Compressor1Holder for sealant container2Compressor3Connector/cable for socket4Connection hose5On/off switch6Inflation pressure dial7Reduce inflation pressure
Filling
the
tire
with
sealant
1.Shake the sealant container.2.Pull the connection hose fully out of the compressor housing. Do not kink the hose.Seite 186MobilityWheels
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3.Screw the connection hose onto the conjnector of the sealant container.4.Insert the sealant container on the comjpressor housing in an upright position.5.Screw the filling hose of the sealant conjtainer onto the tire valve of the nonworking
wheel.6.With the compressor switched off, insert
the plug into the power socket inside the
vehicle.7.With the ignition turned on or the engine
running, switch on the compressor.
DANGER
If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventilaj
tion is insufficient, harmful exhaust gases can
enter into the vehicle. The exhaust gases conj tain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorjless but highly toxic gas. In enclosed areas, exj
haust gases can also accumulate outside of
the vehicle. There is danger to life. Keep the
exhaust pipe free and ensure sufficient ventilaj tion.'

While the tire is being filled with sealant, thetire inflation pressure may sporadically reach
approx. 5 bar. Do not switch off the compresj
sor at this point.
If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar is not
reached:1.Switch off the compressor.2.Unscrew the filling hose from the wheel.3.Drive 33 ft/10 m forward and back to disj tribute the sealant in the tire.4.Inflate the tire again using the compressor.
If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar cannot be
reached, contact your dealerss service cenj
ter or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Stowing
the
Mobility
System
1.Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant conj
tainer from the wheel.2.Unscrew the connection hose of the comj pressor from the sealant container.3.Connect the filling hose of the sealant conj
tainer previously connected to the tire
valve with the available connector on the
sealant container.
This prevents leftover sealant from escapj
ing from the container.4.Wrap the empty sealant container in suitaj ble material to avoid dirtying the cargoarea.5.Stow the Mobility System back in the vehijcle.
Distributing
the
sealant
Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to enjsure that the sealant is evenly distributed in thetire.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. If possible, do not drive at speeds less than
12 mph/20 km/h.
Correcting
the
tire
inflation
pressure1.Stop at a suitable location.2.Screw the connection hose of the comj pressor directly onto the tire valve stem.3.Insert the connector into the power socket
inside the vehicle.4.Correct the tire inflation pressure to
2.5 bar.'yIncrease pressure: with the ignition
turned on or the engine running, switch
on the compressor.'yTo reduce the pressure: press the butj ton on the compressor.
Continuing
the
trip
Do not exceed the maximum permissible
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor.
Replace the nonworking tire and the sealant
container of the Mobility System promptly.
Snow
chains
Fine-link
snow
chains
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
use of fine-link snow chains. Certain types of fine-link snow chains have been tested by the
manufacturer of the vehicle and recommended as road-safe and suitable.
Information regarding suitable snow chains is
available from a dealerss service center or anj other qualified service center or repair shop.
Use WARNING
With the mounting of snow chains on unj
suitable tires, the snow chains can come into
contact with vehicle parts. There is a risk of acj
cidents or risk of property damage. Only mount
snow chains on tires that are designated by
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their manufacturer as suitable for the use of
snow chains.'

wheel removed by a dealerss service center or
another qualified service center or repair shop.'