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:
Coupe: ski bag
The ski bag is designed for safe, clean transport of up to 4 pairs of standard
skis or up to 2 snowboards.
With the ski bag you can stow skis with a length of up to 6.6 ft/2.0 m. When
skis of 6.6 ...
The concept
DSC prevents traction loss in the driving wheels
when driving away and accelerating.
DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle conditions,
such as fishtailing or nose-diving. Subject
to physical lim ...
Checking the pressure
Only check the tire inflation pressure when the
tires are cold. This means after driving no more
than 1.25 miles/2 km or when the vehicle has
been parked for at least 2 hours. When the tires
a ...