beautypg.com

New wheels and tires, New wheels and tires 116 – Mini 2008 Cooper Convertible User Manual

Page 118

background image

116

NEW WHEELS AND TIRES

The correct wheels and tires

The manufacturer of your MINI rec-
ommends mounting only wheels and

tires that it has specifically approved for
use on your particular model. Although
other wheels and tires may theoretically
have the same dimensions, variations in
factors such as manufacturing tolerances
can result in contact between tire and
bodywork, ultimately leading to serious
accidents. The manufacturer of your MINI
cannot evaluate non-approved wheels and
tires to determine if they are suited for use,
and therefore cannot ensure the operating
safety of the vehicle if they are mounted.

<

Your MINI Dealer will be glad to inform you
about the correct wheel and tire combina-
tion for your vehicle.

The correct wheel and tire combination is
also important for various systems that
would otherwise be impaired, e.g. ABS or
DSC.

To maintain good handling and vehicle
response, use only tires of a single brand
and tread configuration. In the event of tire
damage, remount the previous wheel and
tire combination as soon as possible.

Wheels with Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM electronics

When mounting new tires or changing over
from summer to winter tires, or vice versa,
only use wheels with TPM electronics; oth-
erwise the Tire Pressure Monitor may not
be able to detect a puncture, refer to
page

76

. Your MINI Dealer will be glad to

advise you.

Run-Flat Tires

For your own safety, use Run-Flat Tires
when mounting new tires or replacing
summer tires with winter tires or vice
versa. Keep in mind that no spare wheel is
available in the event of a flat. Your MINI
Dealer will be glad to advise you.

For safety reasons, the manufacturer
of your MINI recommends having

Run-Flat Tires replaced, not repaired, if they
are damaged.

<

Tire designation

For each tire size, the manufacturer of your
MINI recommends certain tire brands. You
can recognize these by the clearly visible
designation on the tire's sidewall.

When used properly these tires meet the
highest standards regarding safety and
handling characteristics.

Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 845 - © 08/07 BMW AG

This manual is related to the following products: