tire size BMW 335I XDRIVE GRAN TURISMO 2014 Owners Manual

▷A wheel without TPM electronics is fitted:
have the service center check it if neces‐
sary.▷Malfunction: have the system checked by
your service center.▷TPM was unable to complete the reset.
Reset the system again.▷Disturbance by systems or devices with
the same radio frequency: after leaving the
area of the disturbance, the system auto‐
matically becomes active again.
Declaration according to NHTSA/
FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring
System
Each tire, including the spare (if provided)
should be checked monthly when cold and in‐
flated to the inflation pressure recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your
vehicle has tires of a different size than the size
indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label, you should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has
been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pres‐
sure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when
the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate them to the proper pres‐
sure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated
tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to
tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel ef‐
ficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the
vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please
note that the TPMS is not a substitute for
proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's
responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure,
even if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low
tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also
been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indi‐
cator to indicate when the system is not oper‐
ating properly. The TPMS malfunction indica‐
tor is combined with the low tire pressure
telltale. When the system detects a malfunc‐
tion, the telltale will flash for approximately one
minute and then remain continuously illumi‐
nated. This sequence will continue upon sub‐
sequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal‐
function exists. When the malfunction indicator
is illuminated, the system may not be able to
detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of
reasons, including the installation of replace‐
ment or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle
that prevent the TPMS from functioning prop‐
erly. Always check the TPMS malfunction tell‐
tale after replacing one or more tires or wheels
on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement
or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS
to continue to function properly.
FTM Flat Tire Monitor
The concept The system does not measure the actual infla‐
tion pressure in the tires.
It detects a pressure loss in a tire by comparing
the rotational speeds of the individual wheels
while moving.
In the event of a pressure loss, the diameter
and therefore the rotational speed of the corre‐
sponding wheel change. This is detected and
reported as a flat tire.
Functional requirements
The system must have been initialized when
the tire inflation pressure was correct; other‐
wise, reliable signaling of a flat tire is not en‐
sured. Initialize the system after each correc‐ tion of the tire inflation pressure and afterevery tire or wheel change.Seite 102ControlsSafety102
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Saving fuelVehicle equipmentAll standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
General information Your vehicle contains advanced technology for
the reduction of fuel consumption and emis‐
sions.
Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif‐
ferent factors.
The implementation of certain measures, driv‐
ing style and regular maintenance can have an
influence on fuel consumption and on the envi‐
ronmental impact.
Remove unnecessary cargoAdditional weight increases fuel consumption.
Remove attached parts
following use
Remove auxiliary mirrors, roof or rear luggage
racks which are no longer required following
use.
Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aero‐
dynamics and increase the fuel consumption.Close the windows and glass
sunroof
Driving with the glass sunroof and windows
open results in increased air resistance and
raises fuel consumption.
Tires General information
Tires can affect fuel consumption values in
various ways, for instance fuel consumption
can be influenced by the size of the tires.
Check the tire inflation pressure
regularly
Check and, if necessary, correct the tire infla‐
tion pressure at least twice a month and before
starting on a long trip.
Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling re‐
sistance and thus raises fuel consumption and
tire wear.
Drive away without delay Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while
the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving
right away, but at moderate engine speeds.
This is the fastest way for the cold engine to
reach its operating temperature.
Look well ahead when
driving
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
By maintaining a suitable distance to the vehi‐
cle driving ahead of you.
Driving smoothly and looking ahead reduces
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Wheels and tiresVehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Tire inflation pressure Safety information
The tire characteristics and tire inflation pres‐
sure influence the following:▷The service life of the tires.▷Road safety.▷Driving comfort.
Checking the pressure
Only check the tire inflation pressure when the
tires are cold. This means after driving no more
than 1.25 miles/2 km or when the vehicle has
been parked for at least 2 hours. When the
tires are warm, the tire inflation pressure is
higher.
Check the tire inflation pressure regularly
Regularly check the tire inflation pres‐
sure, and correct it as needed: at least twice a
month and before a long trip. If you fail to ob‐
serve this precaution, you may be driving on
tires with incorrect tire pressures, a condition
that may not only compromise your vehicle's
driving stability, but also lead to tire damage
and the risk of an accident.◀
After correcting the tire inflation pressure:
▷Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.▷Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor.Pressure specifications The tire inflation pressure table, refer to
page 186, contains all pressure specifications
for the specified tire sizes at the ambient tem‐
perature. Pressure specifications apply to ap‐
proved tire sizes and recommended tire
brands. This information can be obtained from
your service center.
To identify the correct tire inflation pressure,
please note the following:▷Tire sizes of your vehicle.▷Maximum permitted driving speed.
Tire inflation pressures up to
100 mph/160 km/h
For speeds of up to 100 mph/160 km/h and for
optimum driving comfort, note the pressure
values in the tire inflation pressure table, refer
to page 186, and adjust as necessary.
These pressure values can also be found on
the tire inflation pressure label on the driver's
door pillar.
Maximum permissible speed
Do not exceed 100 mph/160 km/h; other‐
wise, tire damage and accidents may result.◀
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Tire inflation pressure values up to
100 mph/160 km/h
328i, 328i xDriveTire sizePressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires225/55 R 17 97 H M
+S A/S RSC
Rear: 225/55 R 17
97 Y RSC
225/55 R 17 97 H M
+S RSC2.2 / 322.2 / 32225/50 R 18 99 V M
+S XL A/S RSC
225/50 R 18 95 V
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
Rear:
255/45 R 18 99 V2.2 / 32
--
2.2 / 32Front: 225/45 R 19
92 W RSC
Rear: 255/40 R 19
96 W RSC2.2 / 32
--
2.4 / 35Compact wheel
T 135/90 R 17 104
MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60335i, 335i xDriveTire sizePressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires225/50 R 18 99 V M
+S XL A/S RSC
225/50 R 18 95 V
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
Rear:
255/45 R 18 99 V2.2 / 32
--
2.2 / 32Front: 225/45 R 19
92 W RSC
Rear: 255/40 R 19
96 W RSC2.2 / 32
--
2.4 / 35Compact wheel
T 135/90 R 17 104
MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
Tire inflation pressures at max.
speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h
Speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h
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. Other‐
wise tire damage and accidents could occur.◀
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Tire inflation pressure values over
100 mph/160 km/h
328i
Without high-speed tuning featureTire sizePressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires225/55 R 17 97 H M
+S A/S RSC
Rear: 225/55 R 17
97 Y RSC
225/55 R 17 97 H M
+S RSC2.2 / 322.4 / 35225/50 R 18 99 V M
+S XL A/S RSC
225/50 R 18 95 V
225/50 R 18 99 V M
+S XL RSC2.2 / 322.6 / 38225/45 R 19 96 V M
+S XL A/S RSC2.4 / 352.9 /42Front: 225/50 R 18
95 V
Rear:
255/45 R 18 99 V2.2 / 32
--
2.4 / 35Front: 225/45 R 19
92 W RSC
Rear: 255/40 R 19
96 W RSC2.4 / 35
--
2.6 / 38Compact 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
tires225/55 R 17 97 W
RSC
225/55 R 17 97 H M
+S RSC2.4 / 352.9 /42225/50 R 18 95 W
RSC
225/50 R 18 99 V M
+S XL RSC2.6 / 383.1 / 45Front: 225/50 R 18
95 V
Rear:
255/45 R 18 99 V2.6 / 38
--
2.9 /42Front: 225/45 R 19
92 W RSC
Rear: 255/40 R 19
96 W RSC2.8 / 41
--
3.1 / 45Compact wheel
T 135/90 R 17 104
MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
328i xDrive Without high-speed tuning feature
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Tire sizePressure specifica‐
tions 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 / 322.4 / 35225/50 R 18 99 V M
+S XL A/S RSC
225/50 R 18 95 V
225/50 R 18 99 V M
+S XL RSC2.2 / 322.6 / 38225/45 R 19 96 V M
+S XL A/S RSC2.4 / 352.9 /42Front: 225/50 R 18
95 V
Rear:
255/45 R 18 99 V2.2 / 32
--
2.4 / 35Front: 225/45 R 19
92 W RSC
Rear: 255/40 R 19
96 W RSC2.4 / 35
--
2.6 / 38Compact 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
tires225/55 R 17 97 W
RSC
225/55 R 17 97 H M
+S RSC2.3 / 332.7 / 39225/50 R 18 95 W
RSC
225/50 R 18 99 V M
+S XL RSC2.5 / 362.9 /42Front: 225/50 R 18
95 V
Rear:
255/45 R 18 99 V2.5 / 36
--
2.7 / 39Front: 225/45 R 19
92 W RSC
Rear: 255/40 R 19
96 W RSC2.7 / 391
--
2.9 /42Compact wheel
T 135/90 R 17 104
MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
335i
Without high-speed tuning feature
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Tire sizePressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires225/50 R 18 99 V M
+S XL A/S RSC
225/50 R 18 95 V
225/50 R 18 99 V M
+S XL RSC2.2 / 322.6 / 38225/45 R 19 96 V M
+S XL A/S RSC2.4 / 352.9 /42Front: 225/50 R 18
95 V
Rear:
255/45 R 18 99 V2.2 / 32
--
2.4 / 35Front: 225/45 R 19
92 W RSC
Rear: 255/40 R 19
96 W RSC2.4 / 35
--
2.6 / 38Compact 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 / 45Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSIFront: 225/50 R 18
95 W RSC
Rear:
255/45 R 18 99 W
RSC2.6 / 38
--
2.9 /42Front: 225/45 R 19
92 W RSC
Rear: 255/40 R 19
96 W RSC2.8 / 41
--
3.1 / 45Compact wheel
T 135/90 R 17 104
MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
335i xDrive Without high-speed tuning feature
Tire sizePressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires225/50 R 18 99 V M
+S XL A/S RSC
225/50 R 18 95 V
225/50 R 18 99 V M
+S XL RSC2.2 / 322.6 / 38225/45 R 19 96 V M
+S XL A/S RSC2.4 / 352.9 /42Front: 225/50 R 18
95 V
Rear:
255/45 R 18 99 V2.2 / 32
--
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Tire sizePressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSIFront: 225/45 R 19
92 W RSC
Rear: 255/40 R 19
96 W RSC2.4 / 35
--
2.6 / 38Compact 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 RSC2.5 / 362.9 /42Front: 225/50 R 18
95 W RSC
Rear:
255/45 R 18 99 W
RSC2.5 / 36
--
2.7 / 39Front: 225/45 R 19
92 W RSC
Rear: 255/40 R 19
96 W RSC2.7 / 39
--
2.9 /42Compact wheel
T 135/90 R 17 104
MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60Tire identification marks
Tire size 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
Speed letter
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 Number
DOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 1013
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand
xxx: tire size and tire design
1013: tire age
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of
the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Tire age
DOT … 1013: the tire was manufactured in the
10th week 2013.
Recommendation
Regardless of wear, replace tires at least every
6 years.
Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder
and maximum section width.
For example: Treadwear 200; Traction AA;
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Approved wheels and tires
The manufacturer of your vehicle recom‐
mends that you use only wheels and tires that
have been approved for your particular vehicle
model.
For example, despite having the same official
size ratings, variations can lead to body con‐
tact and with it, the risk of severe accidents.
The manufacturer of your vehicle cannot eval‐
uate non-approved wheels and tires to deter‐
mine if they are suited for use, and therefore
cannot ensure the operating safety of the vehi‐
cle if they are mounted.◀
Recommended tire brands
For each tire size, the manufacturer of your ve‐
hicle recommends certain tire brands. These
can be identified by a star on the tire sidewall.
With proper use, these tires meet the highest
standards for safety and handling.
New tires Due to technical factors associated with their
manufacture, tires do not achieve their full
traction potential until after an initial breaking-
in period.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Retreaded tires
The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec‐
ommend the use of retreaded tires.
Retreaded tires
Possibly substantial variations in the de‐
sign and age of the tire casing structures can
limit service life and have a negative impact on
road safety.◀
Winter tires
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
winter tires for winter roads or at temperatures
below +45 ℉/+7 ℃.
Although so-called all-season M+S tires do
provide better winter traction than summer tires, they do not provide the same level of per‐
formance as 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 display a corresponding sign in the field
of vision. You can obtain this sign from the tire
specialist or from your service center.
Maximum speed for winter tires
Do not exceed the maximum speed for
the winter tires; otherwise, tire damage and ac‐
cidents can occur.◀
Run-flat tires If you are already using run-flat tires, for your
own safety you should replace them only with
the same kind. No spare tire is available in the
case of a flat tire. Your service center will be
glad to advise you.
Rotating wheels between axles
The manufacturer of your vehicle advises
against switching wheels between the front
and rear axles.
This can impair the handling characteristics.
StorageStore wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with
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Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels.
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐
sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
Run-flat tires
Label
RSC label on the tire sidewall.
The wheels are composed of special rims and
tires that are self-supporting, to a limited de‐
gree.
The support of the sidewall allows the tire to
remain drivable to a restricted degree in the
event of a pressure loss.
Continued driving with a damaged tire, refer to
page 104.
Continued driving with a damaged tire, refer to
page 101.
Changing run-flat tires
For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No
spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire.
Your service center will be glad to advise you.
Snow chains
Fine-link snow chains
Only certain types of fine-link snow chains
have been tested by the manufacturer of your
vehicle, classified as road-safe and recom‐
mended.
Consult your service center for more informa‐
tion.
Use Use only in pairs on the rear wheels, equipped
with the tires of the following size:▷205/60 R 16.▷225/55 R 16.▷225/50 R 17.▷225/45 R 18.
Follow the chain manufacturer's instructions.
Make sure that the snow chains are always
sufficiently tight. Retighten as needed accord‐
ing to the chain manufacturer's instructions.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
When driving with snow chains, briefly activate
Dynamic Traction Control if necessary.
Maximum speed with snow chains Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h
when using snow chains.
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