BMW X5 X6 F15 F16 owners manual page 284

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Seite 284 Mobility Wheels and tires There is an increased danger of hydroplaning if Temperature the tread depth is less than 0.12 in/3 mm. The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the Winter tires generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditionsDo not drive with a tire tread depth of less than on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.0.16 in/4 mm. Sustained high temperature can cause the maѪ Below a tread depth of 0.16 in/4 mm, tires are terial of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire less suitable for winter operation. life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds Minimum tread depth to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Temperature grade for this tire The temperature grade for this tire is esѪ tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflaѪ Wear indicators are distributed around the tion, or excessive loading, either separately or tire's circumference and have the legally reѪ in combination, can cause heat buildup and quired minimum height of 0.063 in/1.6 mm. possible tire failure.◀ They are marked on the side of the tire with TWI, Tread Wear Indicator. RSC – Run-flat tires The symbol identifying run-flat tires is a circle with the letters RSC on the sidewall, refer to Tire damage page 286. General information M+S Inspect your tires often for damage, foreign Winter and all-season tires. objects lodged in the tread, and tread wear. These have better winter properties than summer tires. Notes Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, XL as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles Designation for specially reinforced tires. can cause serious damage to wheels, tires and suspension parts. This is more likely to occur with low-profile tires, which provide less cushѪ Tire tread ioning between the wheel and the road. Be careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your Summer tires speed, especially if your vehicle is equipped Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less thanwith low-profile tires. 0.12 in/3 mm. 284 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 918 440 - III/13

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