2001 BMW Z8 spare wheel

100n
Tire replacement Tire rotation TemperatureThe 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 condi-
tions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause
the tire material to degenerate and
reduce tire life, and excessive tempera-
ture 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 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.
The temperature grade for this
tire is established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either separately or
in combination, can cause heat buildup
and possibly a flat tire.<
Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall between
tread shoulder and maximum section
width. For example:
Tread wear 200 Traction AA
Temperature A
Use only tires with emergency
driving characteristics as there is
no spare tire available if you get a flat
tire. For further information, refer to
page 135. factured is indicated by the code on the
sidewall:
DOT ... 1200 indicates that the tire was
manufactured in week 12 of 2000.
Although tires may have a theoretical
service life of up to 10 years, BMW
strongly recommends that you replace
all tires after an absolute maximum of
6 years.
Between the axles
If different tire sizes are mounted
on the front and rear axles (refer to
page 103), then the tires may not be
rotated from one axle to the other.<
The tread wear patterns at the front end
differ from those at the rear Ð the actual
patterns will vary according to indi-
vidual driving conditions. In the inter-
ests of safety and maintaining optimal
handling characteristics, tire rotation is
not recommended.

102n
Special features of winter tires Snow chains
*
Choosing the right tireFor winter road driving, BMW recom-
mends winter tires (M+S radial belt
tires). Although all-season M+S tires
provide better winter traction than stan-
dard summer tires with H, V, W and ZR
speed ratings, they generally fail to
provide the same levels of performance
as standard snow tires in winter driving.
In the interests of safe tracking and
steering response, install radial tires
made by the same manufacturer and
with the same tread configuration on all
four wheels if you elect to mount winter
tires.
Use only winter tires with emer-
gency driving characteristics as
there is no spare tire available if you get
a flat tire.
For further information, refer to
page 135.<
Do not exceed specified
maximum speeds
Never exceed the maximum speed
for which winter tires are rated.
Unprofessional attempts by laymen to
service tires can lead to damage and
accidents.
Have this work performed by skilled
professionals only. Your BMW center
will be glad to assist you with both their
expertise and the proper equipment for
your vehicle.<
Tire condition, tire pressureOnce the tread depth on winter tires is
less than 0.16 in (4 mm), they are no
longer suitable for winter road driving,
and in the interest of safety should be
replaced.
Comply with the specified tire inflation
pressures Ð and be sure to have the
wheel and tire assemblies balanced
every time you change the tires.
The use of narrow-link BMW snow
chains is permissible in pairs only on
the rear wheels with winter tires with
tire size 245/45 R 18 96 H. Comply with
all manufacturer's safety precautions
when mounting the chains.
Do not activate the RDW system
while using snow chains.
Malfunction warnings and undetected
losses in pressure are possible when
driving with snow chains.
For further information, refer to
page 67.<

Everything from A to ZService Interval
Display63, 114
Shelves78, 79
Side airbags51
Side lamps69
bulb replace-
ment129t
Side marker lamps69
Skid control93
Slippery roads93
Snow chains92, 103
Socket82
for flashlights82
for power supplies82
for vacuum cleaners82
Sound system, refer to the
separate Owner's Manual
Spare key30
Spark plugs158
Speaker81
Specified engine oil110
Speedometer18
Starting56
problems87t, 143
Steel wheels103
Steering94
Steering wheel lock55
Stopping the vehicle56
Storage areas78, 79
Storing your vehicle122
Stroke154
Summer tires101Switching off the engine56
Switching off the interior
motion sensor39t
Switching off the tilt sensor
alarm system39t
Symbols4, 136
TTachometer62
Tail lamps130
bulb replacement130t
Tank capacity157
Technical data154
Technical
modifications6, 123
Telephone81
Temperature display
outside temperature64
Temperature gauge
engine coolant63
Temperature
selection74, 75
Tilt alarm34
Tilt alarm sensor39
Tire codes101
Tire damage98t
Tire inflation
pressure26, 98
Tire pressure monitor67
Tire Pressure Warning
(RDW)67
Tire replacement99, 100Tire rotation100
Tire specifications103
Tire tread98
Tools128t
Torque154
Tow fittings144t
Tow starting144t
Towing the vehicle144t
Track155
Traction Control System
refer to DSC65
Transmission58
Transmitter key30
Tread depth, tires98
Trip odometer62
Trunk lid, refer to luggage
compartment lid37
Turn signal indicator23, 58
Turning radius155
UUniform Tire Quality
Grading100
Unusually high steering
effort20, 94
Use anti-freeze112t
radiator112t
Used batteries,
disposal138t
VVacuum cleaner82
Vehicle battery136, 158
Vehicle care
exterior117
interior119
Vehicle equipment
options and accessories5
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)113
Vehicle immobilizer31
Vehicle painting117
Vehicle storage122
Vehicle weight156
Vehicle, starting56
Vehicle, stopping56
Ventilation72
draft-free75
Vinyl upholstery, care119WWarning lamps20
Washer nozzles,
adjusting108t
Washer reservoir,
filling108t
Washing your car115
Water on roadways87
Waxing, paintwork118
Wear indicator in the
tires99
Weights156