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184nJump-starting
Towing the vehicle
6 Start the engine of the support
vehicle and let it run
7 Start the engine on the vehicle need-
ing the jump-start, and allow it to run
as usual. If the first start attempt is
not successful, wait a few minutes
before another attempt in order to
allow the discharged battery to re-
charge
8 Before disconnecting the jumper ca-
bles from your BMW, turn on the rear
window defroster and set the blower
to the highest speed; allow the en-
gine to run approx. 10 seconds. This
will prevent a voltage surge from the
voltage regulator to the electrical ac-
cessories
Tow fitting
Rear:
Apply pressure to the arrow symbol on
the cover panel to remove.
The screw-in tow fitting is stored in the
onboard tool kit; be sure that it remains
in the vehicle at all times. This fitting is
designed for installation in the tow
sockets located at the front and rear of
the vehicle, and is intended for towing
on paved road surfaces only.
Screw the tow fitting in until it
bottoms firmly. If this is not done,
the threads could be damaged.
Never attach tie-down hooks, chains,
straps, or tow hooks to tie rods, control
arms, or any other part of the vehicle
suspension as severe damage to these
components will occur, leading to pos-
sible accidents.<
9 Then disconnect the jumper cables in
reverse sequence.
Have the battery recharged if neces-
sary.
It should not be used to pull a vehicle
out of deep snow, mud, sand, etc.
Always observe all applicable towing
laws and regulations.
Access to tow sockets
Use only a nylon towing strap to tow
the vehicle, since the inherent resil-
ience of this material helps protect both
vehicles from sudden jerking move-
ments.
Front:
Apply pressure to the arrow symbol on
the cover panel to remove.
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Towing
185n
The towed vehicle should always
Towing a vehicle
be the lighter of the two vehicles.
If this is not the case, it is no longer
possible to control vehicle response.<
1 Place the selector lever in position N
2 Towing speed:
Max. 45 mph (70 km/h)
3 Towing distance:
Max. 95 miles (150 km)
Tow-starting
It is not possible to start the engine of
vehicles equipped with automatic
transmission by towing or pushing.
4 Leave the ignition key at position 1 to
ensure that the brake lamps, turn sig-
nals, horn and windshield wipers re-
main operative, and to prevent the
steering lock detent from engaging
5 Switch on the hazard-warning system
(observe country-specific regula-
tions).
For instructions on jump starting, refer
to page 183.
Never attempt to use your vehicle to
push another car, as damage to the
energy-absorbing bumpers could
result.
Towing with a commercial tow
truck
> Do not tow with sling-type equipment
> Use a wheel lift or flat bed equipment
> Please comply with applicable towing
laws.
Find some means of identifying the ve-
hicle in tow, for instance, place a sign
or warning triangle in the rear window.
To prevent the steering lock from
engaging, make sure that the igni-
tion key remains in position 1, even if
the electrical system has failed.
Never allow passengers to ride in
a towed vehicle for any reason.<
The steering and brakes are without
power assist when the engine is off.
This means that increased effort is re-
quired for steering and braking.<
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