Spare Tire Retrofit Kit E60 E61
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Abstract: E60 E61 Spare tire retrofit kit
Applies to: BMW 5 Series: 2004-2010 (E60, E61)
SI B 36 02 09Wheels and Tires
Retrofit Spare Tire and Jack Kit
MODEL
E60, E61 (5 Series) 528i, 528i xDrive Sedan, 535i, 535i xDrive Sedan and 535i xDrive Sports Wagon with M Sport Package (Option ZMP) produced in 2/09
SITUATION
Certain vehicles produced with the M Sports Package Option (ZMP) were not equipped with a spare tire or jack kit. The spare tire is not required, since these vehicles are equipped with run-flat tires. However, BMW of North America has decided to provide a temporary spare tire/wheel and jack kit for all affected vehicles at no additional charge. For those vehicles which have already been delivered, customers have the option of receiving the spare tire and jack kit, or retaining the storage tray which is installed from the factory.
PROCEDURE
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Open the trunk.Lift the luggage compartment floor trim and secure it in place using the rubber strap. |
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Remove the support (1), M8 nut (2), and storage divider (3). These parts can be discarded, as they will not be reused. |
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Using a plastic wedge, loosen the center storage tray as indicated by the dotted line.Lift out and discard the storage tray. |
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Mount the spare tire on the wheel; refer to Repair Instruction RA 36 12 001. Please note that balancing is not necessary.Place the tire with the valve side facing down into the spare tire well.Insert the foam storage tray.Insert the tools as shown.Lug wrench (1)Jack (2)Wheel Chock (3) |
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Place the washer over the mounting stud and install the wing nut. Tighten the wing nut by hand to secure. |
PARTS INFORMATION
Part Number |
Description |
Quantity |
|---|---|---|
36 11 6 758 778 |
Steel Wheel |
1 |
36 12 1 116 326 |
Rubber valve |
1 |
71 11 1 179 052 |
Wheel chock |
1 |
71 11 6 758 781 |
Tool storage tray |
1 |
71 12 1 179 953 |
Lug wrench |
1 |
71 12 6 767 944 |
Jack |
1 |
71 15 1 180 625 |
Bracket |
1 |
71 10 6 781 144 |
Wing nut |
1 |
36 11 0 306 541 |
T135/80R17 Continental |
1 |
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Before Performing any Work
Please read Cautions and Warnings before proceeding with any work on your vehicle
