BMW 7 Series: Engine And Gearbox Suspension

 Releasing Bonded Folded Seam Connections

Fig. 51: Releasing Bonded Folded Seam Connections Remove area (1) of bead edge on wheel arch bend with a one-hand angle grinder and rough grinding wheel. Heat area (2) with hot air blower. CAUTION: Extract vapors and gases. Release connection flange with chisel. Grind adhesive residue (4)

 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.