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      07-24-2021, 02:20 PM   #1
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2021 X5 xDrive 40i Tire Rotation

Hi all,

Went to our first service and they recommended tire rotation for $120. Decided to check up on this first and have seen the following:
- don't do it with run flats
- do it but go front to back (dealer said do it this way)
- do it but go side to side if the tires say outside on them

Very confused, tried searching online and the manual but nothing concrete.

Should we be rotating them and if so i assume front to back but where do you place the jack stands after you jack up using the jack pads?

Any help is greatly appreciated.

AJ
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      07-27-2021, 05:47 AM   #2
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The service booklet does not mention tire rotation regardless of tire type. BMW does not require nor recommend rotation.

$120 for a tire rotation?
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      08-04-2021, 07:51 PM   #3
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Hi all,

Went to our first service and they recommended tire rotation for $120. Decided to check up on this first and have seen the following:
- don't do it with run flats
- do it but go front to back (dealer said do it this way)
- do it but go side to side if the tires say outside on them

Very confused, tried searching online and the manual but nothing concrete.

Should we be rotating them and if so i assume front to back but where do you place the jack stands after you jack up using the jack pads?

Any help is greatly appreciated.

AJ
Do it. Go front-to-back, don't swap sides. The big caveat is you can't rotate them if you have staggered wheels (wider wheels in the rear).

From my current X5 Manual:

Quote:
Different wear patterns can occur on the front
and rear axles depending on individual driving
conditions. The tires can be rotated in pairs between
the axles to achieve even wear. Further information
is available from a dealer's service center
or another qualified service center or repair
shop. After rotating, check the tire pressure and
correct, if needed.
With the following Warning:

Quote:
Warning

Rotating tires between the axles on vehicles
with different tire sizes or rim sizes on the front
and rear axles can cause damage to the tires
and the vehicle. There is a risk of accident. Do
not rotate the tires between the axles on vehicles
with different tire sizes or rim sizes on the
front and rear axles.
Most tire shops recommend doing it every 6000 to 7500 miles.

Most tire shops local to me will do a rotate and balance for about $60. Some offer a 'lifetime' rotate and balance for about $100. The 'lifetime ' is the life of that set of tires. I usually opt for the latter as it's a good value.

Gerry
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      08-26-2021, 11:00 AM   #4
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I had the tires on my F15 rotated every 6K miles, and I got 45k out of a set. Just make sure they do not overtighten the lug nuts and warp the rotors
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