For each tire size, the manufacturer of your vehicle recommends certain tire brands. These can be identified by a star on the tire sidewall.
With proper use, these tires meet the highest standards for safety and handling.
New tires
Tire traction is not optimal due to manufacturing circumstances when tires are brand-new; they achieve their full traction potential after a break-in time.
Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles/300 km.
Retreaded tires
The manufacturer of your vehicle does not recommend the use of retreaded tires.
Retreaded tires
Possibly substantial variations in the design and age of the tire casing structures can limit service life and have a negative impact on road safety.
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Front axle: Holding sleeve
Holding sleeve AM
NOTE:
(Pressure sleeve) For gripping the wishbones and for removing and installing
the silence blocks in the leading link. Discontinued, can only be ordered using
complete tool
Holding sleeve Minimum set: Mechanical tools AM
Replaced by: 83300491916
NOTE: (Pressure sleeve ...