36 12 005 Replacing A RUNFLAT Tire: Notes
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Special tools required:
- 36 1 091
- 36 1 092
- 36 1 093
- 36 1 094
- 36 1 095
- 36 1 098
Follow the fitting machine manufacturer's operating instructions.
It is absolutely essential to ensure that the equipment is in proper working condition and that there is no damage to the disc wheel and tire.
After completion of work, balance wheels. Refer to
IMPORTANT:
Only fitting machines which are approved for fitting runflat tires may be used! Please refer to the operating instructions of the respective fitting machine for details of the exact fitting procedure. Use only BMW-approved plastic-covered tire irons. Use only BMW-approved tire mounting paste. For approved wheel/tire combinations, tire makes and optional extras, refer to KSD CD.
NOTE:
Pay attention to different tire markings:
- Item (1) Marking denoting BMW-approved tires. Ensure that only BMW-approved tires are fitted.
- Item (2) RSC is the abbreviation for Runflat System Component (runflat tires).
- Item (3) Outside. The tire must be fitted so that the wording Outside is always situated on the outside of the rim.
IMPORTANT:
Many tires are directional! The arrow on the tire must point in the direction of travel for each wheel!