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:
Wheel and tire combination
Information on the right wheel and tire combination
and rim version for your vehicle can be
obtained from the service center.
Incorrect wheel and tire combinations impair the
function of a vari ...
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment
is also described that is not available in a vehicle,
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General driving notes
Close the trunk lid Only drive with the trunk closed. Failure to
do so may endanger passengers or other road users or may damage the vehicle in the
event of an accident or a braking and evasive ma ...
