BMW 3: Changing wheels/tires
BMW 3 Series G20 (2018-2025) Owners Manual / Wheels and tires / Changing wheels/tires
- General information, Safety information
- Securing the vehicle against rolling
- Jacking points for the vehicle jack
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General information, Safety information
General information
When using run-flat tires or a flat tire kit, a wheel
does not always need to be changed immediately
when there is a loss of tire inflation pressure
due to a flat tire.
If needed,
Securing the vehicle against
rolling
General information
The vehicle manufacturer recommends to additionally
secure the vehicle against rolling away
when changing a wheel.
On a level surface
Place wheel chocks or other suitable objects
Jacking points for the vehicle
jack
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are located
at the indicated positions.
Jacking up the vehicle
Warning
Hands and fingers can be jammed when using
the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury.
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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
Maximum tire load
Maximum tire load is the maximum permissible
weight for which the tire is approved.
Refueling
Refueling
Fuel cap
1. To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear
edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens.
2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.
3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap.
Gasoline
For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline should
be sulfur-free or
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