36 12 005 Replacing a runflat tire or a UHP tire: Notes

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NOTE: UHP tire = Ultra High Performance tire
UHP tires are tires with an aspect ratio (H:B) ≤ 45 % or tires with a speed index ≥ "V"

NOTE: 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.
Balance WHEELS after completing work.

IMPORTANT: Only fitting machines which are approved for fitting runflat and UHP 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.

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 R unflat S ystem C omponent (runflat tires).
Item (3) Outside. The tire must be fitted so that the wording Outside is always situated on the outside of the rim.

Fig 1: Identifying Markings On Tire
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

IMPORTANT: Many tires are directional!
The arrow on the tire must point in the "Forward" direction of rotation!

IMPORTANT: Before removal:

Observe tire temperature of min. +15°C.
Clean wheel/tire unit
Remove valve insert (deflate tire)
Remove fitted balancing weights