
528i xDrive
Without high-speed tuning featureTire sizePressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSISpecifications in bar/
PSI with cold tires225/55 R 17 97 V M
+S A/S RSC
225/55 R 17 97 H M
+S RSC
245/45 R 18 100 V M
+S XL A/S RSC
245/40 R 19 98 V M
+S XL A/S RSC
245/45 R 18 96 Y
RSC
245/45 R 18 100 V M
+S XL RSC2.4 / 352.9 /42Front: 245/45 R 18
96 Y RSC
Rear: 275/40 R 18 99
Y RSC2.4 / 35
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2.4 / 35Front: 245/40 R 19
94 Y RSC
Rear: 275/35 R 19 96
Y RSC2.4 / 35
--
2.6 / 38Front: 245/35 R 20
95 Y XL RSC
Rear: 275/30 R 20 97
Y XL RSC2.4 / 35
--
3.0 / 44Compact 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 H M
+S RSC
245/45 R 18 96 Y
RSC
245/45 R 18 100 V
M+S XL RSC2.8 / 413.3 / 48Front: 245/45 R 18
96 Y RSC
Rear:
275/40 R 18 99 Y
RSC2.8 / 41
--
2.8 / 41Front: 245/40 R 19
94 Y RSC
Rear:
275/35 R 19 96 Y
RSC2.8 / 41
--
3.0 / 44Front: 245/35 R 20
95 Y XL RSC
Rear:
275/30 R 20 97 Y
XL RSC2.9 /42
--
3.3 / 48Compact wheel:
T 135/90 R 17 104
MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
535i xDrive
Without high-speed tuning feature
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Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSISpecifications in bar/
PSI with cold tires245/45 R 18 100 V M
+S XL A/S RSC
245/40 R 19 98 V M
+S XL A/S RSC
245/45 R 18 96 Y
RSC
225/55 R 17 97 H M
+S RSC
245/45 R 18 100 V M
+S XL RSC2.5 / 362.9 /42Front: 245/45 R 18
96 Y RSC
Rear:
275/40 R 18 99 Y
RSC2.5 / 36
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2.5 / 36Front: 245/40 R 19
94 Y RSC
Rear:
275/35 R 19 96 Y
RSC2.4 / 35
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2.6 / 38Front:
245/35 R 20 95 Y XL
Rear:
275/30 R 20 97 Y XL2.5 / 36
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3.0 / 44Compact 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
tires245/45 R 18 96 Y
RSC
225/55 R 17 97 H M
+S RSC
245/45 R 18 100 V
M+S XL RSC2.8 / 413.3 / 48Front: 245/45 R 18
96 Y RSC
Rear:
275/40 R 18 99 Y
RSC2.8 / 41
--
2.8 / 41Front: 245/40 R 19
94 Y RSC
Rear:
275/35 R 19 96 Y
RSC2.8 / 41
--
3.0 / 44Front: 245/35 R 20
95 Y XL RSC
Rear:
275/30 R 20 97 Y
XL RSC2.9 /42
--
3.3 / 48Compact wheel:
T 135/90 R 17 104
MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
550i xDrive
Without high-speed tuning feature
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Tire sizePressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSISpecifications in bar/
PSI with cold tires245/45 R 18 100 V M
+S XL A/S RSC
245/40 R 19 98 V M
+S XL A/S RSC
245/45 R 18 96 Y
RSC
245/45 R 18 100 V M
+S XL RSC2.6 / 383.0 / 44Front: 245/45 R 18 96
Y RSC
Rear: 275/40 R 18 99
Y RSC2.6 / 38
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2.6 / 38Front: 245/40 R 19 94
Y RSC
Rear: 275/35 R 19 96
Y RSC2.6 / 38
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2.7 / 39Front: 245/35 R 20 95
Y XL RSC
Rear: 275/30 R 20 97
Y XL RSC2.7 / 39
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3.1 / 45
With high-speed tuning feature
Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires245/45 R 18 96 Y
RSC
245/45 R 18 100 V
M+S XL RSC2.9 /423.4 / 49Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSIFront: 245/45 R 18
96 Y RSC
Rear:
275/40 R 18 99 Y
RSC2.9 /42
--
2.9 /42Front: 245/40 R 19
94 Y RSC
Rear:
275/35 R 19 96 Y
RSC2.9 /42
--
3.2 / 46Front: 245/35 R 20
95 Y XL RSC
Rear:
275/30 R 20 97 Y XL
RSC3.1 / 45
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3.4 / 49
Tire 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 3510
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xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand
xxx: tire size and tire design
3510: tire age
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the
U.S. Department of Transportation.
Tire age
DOT … 3510: the tire was manufactured in the
35th week in 2010.
Recommendation
Regardless of wear, replace tires at least every
6 years.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width.
For example: Treadwear 200; Traction AA;
Temperature A
DOT Quality Grades
Treadwear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal
Safety Requirements in addition to these
grades.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov‐
ernment test course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half, 1 g, times as
well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use, however,
and may depart significantly from the norm due
to variations in driving habits, service practices
and differences in road characteristics and cli‐
mate.Traction
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
AA, A, B, and C.
Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop
on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test surfa‐
ces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may
have poor traction performance.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based
on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and
does not include acceleration, cornering, hydro‐
planing, or peak traction characteristics.
Temperature
The 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 conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sus‐
tained high temperature can cause the material
of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire
failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger car tires must
meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard No. 109. Grades Band 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 es‐
tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla‐
tion, or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and pos‐
sible tire failure.
If necessary, have the vehicle towed.◀
RSC – Run-flat tires
Run-flat tires, refer to page  202, are labeled with
a circular symbol containing the letters RSC
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Changing wheels and tires
Mounting Information on mounting tires
Have mounting and balancing performed
only by a service center or tire specialist.
If this work is not carried out properly, there is
the danger of subsequent damage and related
safety hazards.◀
Wheel and tire combination
Information on the correct wheel-tire combina‐
tion and rim versions for your vehicle can be ob‐
tained from your service center.
Incorrect wheel and tire combinations impair the
function of a variety of systems such as ABS or
DSC.
To maintain good handling and vehicle re‐
sponse, use only tires with a single tread con‐
figuration from a single manufacturer.
Following tire damage, have the original wheel
and tire combination remounted on the vehicle
as soon as possible.
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 contact
and with it, the risk of severe accidents.
The manufacturer of your vehicle cannot evalu‐
ate non-approved wheels and tires to determine
if they are suited for use, and therefore cannot
ensure the operating safety of the vehicle 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 trac‐
tion potential until after an initial breaking-in pe‐
riod.
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 pro‐
vide better winter traction than summer tires,
they do not provide the same level of perform‐
ance as winter tires.
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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 spe‐
cialist or from your service center.
Maximum speed for winter tires
Do not exceed the maximum speed for the
winter tires; otherwise, tire damage and acci‐
dents 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 swapping wheels between the front and
rear axles.
This can impair the handling characteristics.
Storage
Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with
as little exposure to light as possible.
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 re‐
main drivable to a restricted degree in the event
of a pressure loss.
Continued driving with a damaged tire, refer to
page  107.
Continued driving with a damaged tire, refer to
page  104.
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 recommended.
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:
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Power sunroof, glass 45 
Power windows  43 
Pressure, tire air pres‐ sure  189 
Pressure warning FTM, tires  105 
Profile, refer to Personal Pro‐ file  31 
Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive  20 
Protective function, glass sun‐ roof  46 
Protective function, win‐ dows  44 
Push-and-turn switch, refer to Controller  16 
R
Radiator fluid  209 
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control  30 
Radio ready state  63 
Radio, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication 
Rain sensor  70 
Rear automatic climate con‐ trol  152  
Rear axle steering  122 
Rear lamps  216 
Rear socket  159 
Rearview mirror  55 
Rear window defroster  150 
Recirculated-air mode  150 
Recommended tire brands  201 
Refueling  186 
Remaining range  85 
Remote control/key  30 
Remote control, malfunc‐ tion  36 
Remote control, universal  155 
Replacement fuse  219 
Replacing parts  212 
Replacing wheels/tires  201 Reporting safety defects  9 
RES button  128 
Reserve warning, refer to Range  85 
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM  103 
Residual heat, automatic cli‐ mate control  150 
Retaining straps, securing cargo  176 
Retreaded tires  201 
Reversing lamp, bulb replace‐ ment  217 
Roadside parking lamps  95 
Roller sunblinds  44 
Roll stabilization, refer to Adaptive Drive  122 
Roll stabilization, refer to Dy‐ namic Drive  122 
RON gasoline quality  188 
Roof load capacity  233 
Roof-mounted luggage rack  176 
Rope for tow-starting/tow‐ ing  224  
RSC Run Flat System Compo‐ nent, refer to Run-flat
tires  202 
Rubber components, care  228 
Run-flat tires  202 
S
Safe braking  173 
Safety  7 
Safety belt reminder for driv‐ er's seat and front passenger
seat  52 
Safety belts  51 
Safety belts, care  228 
Safety Package, refer to Active Protection  117 
Safety switch, windows  44 
Safety systems, airbags  99 
Saving fuel  178 Screen, refer to Control Dis‐
play  16 
Screwdriver  212 
Screw thread for tow fit‐ ting  224 
Seat belts, refer to Safety belts  51 
Seat heating, front  50 
Seat heating, rear  50 
Seating position for chil‐ dren  58 
Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory  54 
Seats  47 
Seat ventilation, front  50 
Selection list in instrument cluster  88 
Selector lever, automatic transmission  73 
Sensors, care  229 
Service and warranty  7 
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service CBS  210 
Service requirements, dis‐ play  85 
Service, Roadside Assis‐ tance  221 
Settings on Control Dis‐ play  91 
Settings, storing for seat, mir‐ rors, steering wheel  54 
Shifting, automatic transmis‐ sion  72 
Shifting, manual transmis‐ sion  72 
Shift paddles on steering wheel  74 
Shoulder support  49 
Side airbags  99 
Side View  141 
Signaling, horn  12 
Signals when unlocking  35 
Sitting safely  47 
Size  232 
Ski bag  162 
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