Tire inflation pressure

Correct tire inflation pressure is essential for safety, comfort and tire durability in the BMW 5 Series (seventh generation). This chapter explains how often and under which conditions the pressure should be checked. The specifications apply to cold tires, because the pressure rises measurably as the tires heat up. Incorrect values can adversely affect handling and damage the tires. The emergency spare wheel and systems such as the Tire Pressure Monitor or Flat Tire Monitor must also be taken into account regularly. The pressure specifications are located on the door pillar of the vehicle, a measure that supports not only safety but also efficiency.

General

The condition of the tires and the tire inflation pressure affect the following:

1. 1
   Tire service life.
2. 2
   Driving safety.
3. 3
   Driving comfort.

Safety information

WARNING A tire with insufficient or missing tire inflation pressure impairs handling characteristics, e.g. steering and braking behavior.

There is a risk of accident. Check the tire inflation pressure regularly and correct it if necessary, e.g. twice a month or before a long trip.

Checking tire inflation pressure

Check the tire inflation pressure only when the tires are cold.

That is, after a maximum of 2 km of driving or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours.

Tires heat up while driving, and the tire inflation pressure increases with tire temperature.

The tire inflation pressure specifications refer to cold tires or tires at ambient temperature.

Inflation devices may display up to 0.1 bar too little.

Tires lose inflation pressure naturally and evenly over time.

For the Flat Tire Monitor: after correcting the tire inflation pressure, reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.

Check the tire inflation pressure of the emergency spare wheel in the luggage compartment regularly and correct it if necessary.

For Tire Pressure Control: After adjusting the tire inflation pressure to a new value, perform a reset of Tire Pressure Control.

Tire Inflation Pressures

The tire inflation pressure specifications are located on the door pillar of the driver's door. The tire inflation pressure specifications apply to the tire sizes approved by the vehicle manufacturer for the respective vehicle type.

If the speed rating of the tire cannot be found, the tire inflation pressure for the corresponding size applies.

Tire Sizes

The tire inflation pressure specifications apply to the tire sizes and recommended tire brands approved by the vehicle manufacturer for the respective vehicle type.

For more information on wheels and tires, contact a service partner of the manufacturer, another qualified service partner or a specialist workshop.

The tire inflation pressure information for the BMW 5 Series G30/G31 is far more than a technical detail. It is an essential factor for safety, driving comfort and economy. The correct pressure ensures stable handling, protects the tires and reduces fuel consumption.

It is especially important to check the pressure regularly on cold tires to obtain correct values. Notes on initializing tire pressure monitoring systems after inflating the tires underline the high standard of precision and safety that BMW offers its drivers.

This makes it clear that the BMW 5 Series G30/G31 is designed not only for performance but also for a sustainable and safe driving experience, down to the smallest detail.