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      03-22-2009, 10:39 PM   #1
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Compact Spare on xi

I've got an '07 335xi and have purchased a LeatherZ compact spare to use with my non-runflat tires. Does anyone know if this will cause a problem with the X-drive due to a different rolling radius?

It never occured to me that this would be a problem until I bought a new Subaru for my wife and noticed that they warned to disable the AWD (by removing a fuse) when using the compact spare.
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That's a good question.
I would assume you would be find by turning DTC completely off
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i've also been curious about this. Would turning DTC off be the simple solution? I have no problem doing that..
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I don't think turning off DTC would work. DTC is traction control, not AWD disable. Even if you have DSC and DTC completely disabled the AWD is still working.
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Anyone got an answer?
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In my opinion I think a small spare would cause problems with the XI. If people are having problems running a difference of more then 1% OD on their tires then running a compact spare would probably cause a problem also. Probably a reason why BMW gave us runflats and didn't want to put a full or compact spare in the trunk.
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i got this after reading this thread...
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=297373

supposedly within 2% of stock tires. i'm not intending on driving long distances with, but just to get when i need to go to repair or replace my tire. it's a good alternative to runflats.

i need the cargo net but have a tirerack tote and it doesn't take up much space. i still pack groceries in the trunk!
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