Snow chains
Only certain fine-link snow chains have been tested by BMW, classified as safe for use and recommended. Consult your service center for more information.
BMW X5: use only in pairs on the rear wheels, equipped with tires of the following size:
▷ 255/55 R 18
▷ 255/50 R 19
BMW X6: use only in pairs on rear wheels of size
255/50 R 19.
Observe the manufacturer's instructions when mounting snow chains. Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h when using snow chains.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor if snow chains are mounted; otherwise, the instrument might issue an incorrect reading.
When driving with snow chains, it can be beneficial to temporarily activate DTC
See also:
Rear
Opening
Press on the cover.
Emptying
Take out the insert.
Lighter
Push in the lighter.
Danger of burns
Only hold the hot lighter by its knob; otherwise,
there is the danger of getting bu ...
Malfunction
The warning lamp
comes on when the
system has failed.
A message appears on the Control
Display. More information ...
Current office
The number of unread messages and active tasks as well as upcoming appointments
are displayed.
1. "Office"
2. "Current office"
3. Selecting the desired entry ...
