2016 BMW 6 SERIES CONVERTIBLE tire size

Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires245/45 R 18 100 V
M+S XL A/S RSC
245/45 R 18 100 V
M+S XL RSC2.3 / 332.8 / 41245/40 R 19 98 V
M+S XL A/S RSC2.5 / 363.0 / 44Front: 245/45 R 18
96 Y RSC
Rear: 275/40 R 18
99 Y RSC2.3 / 33
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2.4 / 35Front: 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 RSC
Rear: 275/30 R 20
97 Y XL RSC2.6 / 38
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With high-speed tuning feature
Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires245/45 R 18 100 V
M+S XL RSC2.7 / 393.2 / 46Front: 245/45 R 18
96 Y RSC
Rear: 275/40 R 18
99 Y RSC2.5 / 36
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2.7 / 39Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSIFront: 245/40 R 19
94 Y RSC
Rear: 275/35 R 19
96 Y RSC2.6 / 38
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3.0 / 44Front: 245/35 R 20
95 Y XL RSC
Rear: 275/30 R 20
97 Y XL RSC2.9 /42
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650i xDrive Without high-speed tuning feature
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 18 100 V
M+S XL RSC2.7 / 393.0 / 44Front: 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
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2.6 / 38Front: 245/35 R 20
95 Y XL RSC
Rear: 275/30 R 20
97 Y XL RSC2.8 / 41
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With high-speed tuning featureTire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires245/45 R 18 100 V
M+S XL A/S RSC
245/45 R 18 100 V
M+S XL RSC2.8 / 413.2 / 46245/40 R 19 98 V
M+S XL A/S RSC3.0 / 443.4 / 49Front: 245/45 R 18
96 Y RSC
Rear: 275/40 R 18
99 Y RSC2.4 / 35
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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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2.8 / 41Front: 245/35 R 20
95 Y XL RSC
Rear: 275/30 R 20
97 Y XL RSC3.0 / 44
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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
Q = up to 100 mph, 160 km/h
R = up to 106 mph, 170 km/h
S = up to 112 mph, 180 km/h
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 NumberDOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 0115
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand
xxx: tire size and tire design
0115: tire age
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of
the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Tire age DOT … 0115: the tire was manufactured in the
1st week of 2015.
Recommendation
Regardless of wear and tear, 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 Fed‐
eral Safety Requirements in addition to these
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Approved wheels and tires
You should only use wheels and tires
that have been approved by the vehicle manu‐
facturer for your vehicle type; otherwise, e.g.,
despite having the same official size ratings,
variations can lead to chassis contact and with
it, the risk of severe accidents
The manufacturer of your vehicle cannot eval‐
uate non-approved wheels and tires to deter‐
mine if they are suited for use, and therefore
cannot guarantee the operating safety of the
vehicle.◀
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 Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur‐
ing circumstances when tires are brand-new;
they achieve their full traction potential after a
break-in time.
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
Winter tires are recommended for operating on
winter roads.
Although so-called all-season M+S tires pro‐
vide better winter traction than summer tires, they do not provide the same level of perform‐
ance as winter tires.
Maximum speed of winter tires If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher
than the permissible speed for the winter tires,
then a respective symbol is displayed in your
field of vision. You can obtain this sign from the
tire specialist or from your service center.
Maximum speed for winter tires
Do not exceed the maximum speed for
the respective winter tires; otherwise, tire dam‐
age and accidents 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 axlesDifferent wear patterns can occur on the frontand rear axles depending on individual driving
conditions. The tires can be rotated between
the axles to achieve even wear. Your service
center will be glad to advise you. After rotating,
check the tire pressure and correct if needed.
Rotating the tires is not permissible on vehi‐
cles with different tire sizes or rim sizes on the
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This prevents leftover sealant from escap‐
ing from the container.4.Wrap the empty sealant container in suita‐
ble material to avoid dirtying the cargo
area.5.Stow the Mobility System back in the vehi‐
cle.
Distributing the sealant
Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to en‐
sure that the sealant is evenly distributed in the
tire.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
If possible, do not drive at speeds less than
12 mph/20 km/h.
To correct the tire inflation pressure
1.Stop at a suitable location.2.Screw the connection hose of the com‐
pressor directly onto the tire valve stem.3.Insert the connector into the power socket
inside the vehicle.4.Correct the tire inflation pressure to
2.5 bar.▷Increase pressure: with the ignition
turned on or the engine running, reel
on the compressor.▷To reduce the pressure: press the but‐
ton on the compressor.
Continuing the trip
Do not exceed the maximum permissible
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.
Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor.
Replace the defective tire and the sealant con‐
tainer of the Mobility System as soon as possi‐
ble.
Snow chains
Fine-link snow chains Only certain types of fine-link snow chains
have been tested by the manufacturer of the
vehicle, classified as road-safe and approved.
Information about the approved snow chains
are available from the service center.
Use Use only in pairs on the rear wheels, equipped
with the tires of the following size:▷225/55 R 17.▷245/45 R 18.▷245/40 R 19.
Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instruc‐
tions.
Make sure that the snow chains are always
sufficiently tight. Retighten as needed accord‐
ing to the chain manufacturer's instructions.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
When driving with snow chains, briefly activate
Dynamic Traction Control if needed.
Maximum speed with snow chains Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/hwhen using snow chains.
Snow chain detection
The concept When using snow chains, settings should bemade via the iDrive for the snow chains being
applied.
The snow chain detection system supports
you by automatically showing the detected
state on the Control Display.
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Rollover protection sys‐tem 110
Roll stabilization, refer to Adaptive Drive 137
Roll stabilization, refer to Dy‐ namic Drive 137
RON recommended fuel grade 196
Rope for tow-starting/ towing 230
RSC Run Flat System Com‐ ponent, refer to Run-flat
tires 208
Rubber components, care 235
Run-flat tires 208
S Safe braking 181
Safety 7
Safety belt reminder for driv‐ er's seat and front passen‐
ger seat 60
Safety belts 59
Safety belts, care 235
Safety Package, refer to Ac‐ tive Protection 132
Safety systems, airbags 107
Saving fuel 185
Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ play 18
Screwdriver, see Onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit 222
Screw thread, refer to Screw thread for tow fitting, screw
thread for tow fitting 231
Sealant 208
Seat belts, refer to Safety belts 59
Seat heating, front 58
Seating position for chil‐ dren 66
Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory 62
Seats 56 Seat ventilation, front 58
Selection list in instrument cluster 95
Selector lever, Steptronic transmission 79
Sensors, care 236
Service and warranty 8
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service
CBS 220
Service requirements, dis‐ play 93
Services, ConnectedDrive
SET button, see Active Cruise Control, ACC 142
SET button, see Cruise con‐ trol 149
Settings, locking/unlock‐ ing 43
Settings on Control Dis‐ play 98
Settings, storing for seat, mir‐ rors, steering wheel 62
Shift paddles on the steering wheel 80
Shift point indicator 86
Shoulder support 58
Side airbags 107
Side View 156
Signaling, horn 14
Signals when unlocking 44
Sitting safely 56
Size 240
Ski bag 174
Smallest turning radius 240
Smoker's package 172
Snow chains 211
Socket 173
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ nostics 221
SOS button 227
Spare fuse 226
Speaker lighting 106
Specified engine oil types 217
Speed, average 96 Speed limit detection, on-
board computer 97
Speed limiter, display 94
Speed Limit Information 94
Speed warning 97
Split screen 23
SPORT+ - program, Dynamic Driving Control 140
Sport displays, torque dis‐ play, performance dis‐
play 97
SPORT program, driving dy‐ namics 140
Sport program, transmis‐ sion 80
Stability control systems 134
Start/stop, automatic func‐ tion 71
Start/Stop button 69
Start function during malfunc‐ tion 35
Starting the engine 70
Status control display, tires 111
Status information, iDrive 22
Status of Owner's Manual 7
Steering, Integral Active Steering 138
Steering wheel, adjusting 64
Steering wheel heating 65
Steering wheel memory 62
Steptronic Sport transmis‐ sion, refer to Steptronic
transmission 78
Steptronic transmission 78
Stopping the engine 70
Storage compartments 175
Storage compartments, loca‐ tions 175
Storage, tires 208
Storing the vehicle 236
Suitable engine oils 217
Summer tires, tread 205
Sun visor 172
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