BMW 7 Series: Emergency wheel
Concept
In the event of a flat tire, the emergency wheel
can be used in place of the wheel with the defective
tire. The emergency wheel is only intended
for temporary use until the defective tire/wheel
has been replaced.
General information
Mount one emergency wheel only.
Also check the tire inflation pressure of the
emergency wheel in the cargo area regularly, and
correct it as needed
Safety information
Warning
The emergency wheel has particular dimensions.
When driving with an emergency wheel,
changed driving properties may occur, for instance
reduced lane stability when braking, longer
braking distance, and changed self-steering
properties in the limit area. There is a risk of accident.
Drive moderately and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Overview
The emergency wheel and the wheel change
tools are located in the cargo area under the
cargo floor panel.
Removing the emergency wheel
- Remove the cargo floor panel. To do this, pull
the cargo floor panel upward directly behind
the rear backrests.
- Open the ratchet strap.
- Remove the tool holder.
- Remove the emergency wheel from the storage
well. Do not remove any covers.
Inserting the emergency wheel
- Place the emergency wheel in the storage
well.
- Insert the tool holder.
- Tie the ratchet strap. Make sure that it is correctly
and firmly seated.
- Insert the cargo floor panel
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Safety information
Warning
Improperly executed work in the engine compartment
can damage vehicle components and
impair vehicle functions. There is a risk of an
accident and damage to property. Have wo
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Notes
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Avoid impacts/knocks to plastic belt pulley (caused by tools, contact
with
base).
Return faulty compressors in their original packaging only.
In the event of mechanical compressor failure and the resulting ingress of
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