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Maintenance Information: Specifications BMW 5 series E39

WHEEL & TIRE SPECIFICATIONS

Note. There is insufficient snow chain clearance when 195/65 VR 14 (14 x 6.5 wheel) or 205/55 VR 15 (15 x 7 wheel) are fitted. Snow chains must be used on drive wheels, in pairs only.

WHEEL TIGHTENING

Tighten all wheel lugs to 81 ft. lbs. (110 N.m).

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

CAUTIONWhen battery is disconnected, vehicles equipped with computers may lose memory data. When battery power is restored, driveability problems may exist on some vehicles. These vehicles may require a relearn procedure. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section.

All models use group 48 batteries with cold crank rating of 690 amps.