Vehicles with manual transmission
To avoid jerking and the associated
stresses on vehicle components when
towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Secure the tow rope to the tow fitting only.
Otherwise damage to other vehicle parts could
result.<
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Vehicles with automatic transmission
Selector lever in position N.
Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph/
70
miles/150 km, as otherwise the automatic
km/h and a towing distance of
With tow truck
90
transmission may be damaged.<
Vehicles with SMG Sequential manual
transmission
With the ignition switched on, engage the
selector lever position N, then switch off the
ignition again.
Towing methods
Have the BMW transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a load bed.
In some countries, towing with tow bars or
ropes in public traffic is not permitted. Familiar-
ize yourself with the regulations on towing in the
respective country.
Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body
and chassis parts, as otherwise damage
may result.<
With tow bar
Tow-starting
The towing vehicle may not be lighter
than the vehicle to be towed, as otherwise
it will not be possible to control vehicle
response.<
Do not tow-start vehicles with an auto-
matic transmission.
Jump starting, refer to page 190.<
Only tow-start vehicles with a catalytic con-
verter with the engine cold. It is better to jump
start the engine, refer to page 190.
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossi-
ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an offset
angle, please observe the following:
1.
Switch on the hazard warning flashers,
comply with country-specific regulations.
>
Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.
2.
3.
Turn the ignition key to position 2.
>
When mounted at an angle, the tow bar will
exert lateral forces, tending to push the
vehicle sideways.
Shift into 3rd gear. Vehicles with SMG, see
below.
4.
Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch
pedal completely depressed and slowly
release the clutch. After the engine starts,
immediately depress the clutch pedal com-
pletely again.
Secure the tow bar to the tow fitting only.
Otherwise damage to other vehicle parts
could result.<
With tow rope
5.
6.
Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn-
ing flashers.
When starting off in the towing vehicle, make
sure that the tow rope is taut.
Have the vehicle checked.
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| Categories | BMW 5-Series Manuals, BMW Manuals |
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| Tags | BMW 525i, BMW 530i, BMW 545i, BMW E60 |
| Model Year | 2005 |
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