BMW X5: Tire repair set

Principle

With the tire repair set, minor tire damage can be sealed temporarily to enable continued driving.

General information

• To enable continued driving, liquid sealant is pumped into the tire, which hardens and seals the damage from the inside.
• Follow the instructions on using the tire repair set found on the compressor and sealant bottle.
• Use of the tire repair set may be ineffective if the tire puncture measures approx. 4 mm or more.
• Contact a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop if the tire cannot be made drivable.
• Do not remove foreign bodies that have penetrated the tire. Remove foreign objects only when they are visibly protruding from the tire.
• Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant bottle and apply it to the steering wheel.
• The use of a sealing compound can damage the wheel electronics. In this case, have the electronics checked and replaced at the next opportunity.
• The compressor can be used to check the tire inflation pressure.

Overview

Storage

The storage for the tire repair set is provided in the cargo area behind the left side panel.

Unlock the cover of the left side panel, arrow 1, and fold open, arrow 2.

Sealant bottle

• Sealant bottle, arrow 1.
• Filler hose, arrow 2.

Observe expiration date on the sealant bottle.

Compressor

1. Sealant bottle unlocking
2. Sealant bottle holder
3. Tire pressure display
4. Reduce tire inflation pressure button
5. On/off switch
6. Compressor
7. Connector/cable for socket
8. Connection hose

Safety measures

• Park the vehicle as far away as possible from passing traffic and on solid ground.
• Turn on the hazard warning system.
• Secure the vehicle against rolling away by setting the parking brake.
• Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position and engage the steering wheel lock.
• Have all vehicle occupants get out of the vehicle and ensure that they remain outside the hazardous area in a safe place, such as behind a guardrail.
• If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an appropriate distance.

Filling the tire with sealing compound

Safety information

DANGER

If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventilation is insufficient, harmful exhaust gases can enter into the vehicle. The exhaust gases contain pollutants which are colorless and odorless. In enclosed areas, exhaust gases can also accumulate outside of the vehicle. There is danger to life. Keep the exhaust pipe free and ensure sufficient ventilation.

NOTICE

The compressor can overheat during extended operation. There is a risk of damage to property, among other potential damage. Do not run the compressor for more than 10 minutes.

Filling

1. Shake the sealant bottle.

2. Pull filler hose completely out of the cover of the sealant bottle. Do not kink the hose.

3. Slide the sealant bottle into the holder on the compressor housing, ensuring that it engages audibly.

4. Screw the filler hose of the sealant bottle onto the tire valve of the nonworking wheel.

5. With the compressor switched off, insert the connector into the power socket in the vehicle interior.

6. With standby state or drive-ready state switched on, switch on the compressor.

Let the compressor run for max. 10 minutes to fill the tire with sealing compound and achieve a tire inflation pressure of approx. 2.0 bar.

While the tire is being filled with sealing compound, the tire inflation pressure may sporadically reach approx. 5 bar. Do not switch off the compressor in this phase.

Checking and adjusting the tire inflation pressure

Checking

1. Switch off the compressor.

2. Read the tire pressure on the tire pressure display.

To continue the trip, a tire inflation pressure of at least 2 bar must be reached.

Removing and stowing the sealant bottle

1. Unscrew the filler hose of the sealant bottle from the tire valve.

2. Press the red unlocking device.

3. Remove the sealant bottle from the compressor.

4. Wrap and store the sealant bottle in suitable material to avoid contamination of the cargo area.

Minimum tire inflation pressure is not reached

1. Pull the connector out of the power socket in the vehicle interior.

2. Drive 33 ft/10 m forward and back to distribute the sealing compound in the tire.

3. Screw the connection hose of the compressor directly onto the tire valve stem.

4. Insert the connector into the power socket in the vehicle interior.

5. With standby or drive readiness turned on, turn on the compressor and let it run for a maximum of 10 minutes.

When the tire pressure does not reach at least 2 bar, contact a manufacturer service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.

When a tire pressure of at least 2 bar is reached, see Minimum tire inflation pressure is reached.

6. Unscrew the connection hose of the compressor from the tire valve.

7. Pull the connector out of the power socket in the vehicle interior.

8. Stow the tire repair set in the vehicle.

Minimum tire inflation pressure is reached

1. Unscrew the connection hose of the compressor from the tire valve.

2. Pull the connector out of the power socket in the vehicle interior.

3. Stow the tire repair set in the vehicle.

4. Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to ensure that the sealing compound is evenly distributed in the tire.

Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

If possible, do not drive at speeds less than 12 mph/20 km/h.

Adjustment

1. Stop at a suitable location.

2. Screw the connection hose of the compressor directly onto the tire valve stem.

3. Insert the connector into the power socket in the vehicle interior.

4. Correct the tire inflation pressure to at least 2.0 bar:

• Increase tire pressure: with standby or drive readiness turned on, turn on the compressor and let it run for a maximum of 10 minutes.
• Reduce tire inflation pressure: press the button on the compressor.

5. Unscrew the connection hose of the compressor from the tire valve.

6. Pull the connector out of the power socket in the vehicle interior.

7. Stow the tire repair set in the vehicle.

Continuing the trip

Do not exceed the permissible maximum speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.

Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor again.

Replace the faulty tire and the sealant bottle of the tire repair set promptly.

Additional information:

• Run-flat tires
• Tire pressure monitor

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