5.
Connect the second terminal clamp of the
negative/– jumper cable to the negative ter-
minal of the battery or to the engine or body
ground of the vehicle to be started.
Starting engine
1.
Start the assisting vehicle's engine and let it
run at an increased idling speed for a few
minutes.
2.
Start the engine on the other vehicle in the
usual way.
Being towed
Make sure that the ignition key is in posi-
If the first start attempt is not successful,
wait a few minutes before another attempt
in order to allow the discharged battery to
recharge.
tion 1, as otherwise the steering lock will
engage, making it impossible to steer the vehi-
cle. There is no power assist with the engine
stopped. It is then necessary to exert increased
effort for braking and steering.<
3.
4.
Let the engines run for a few minutes.
Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing
the connection sequence.
Switch on the hazard warning flashers depend-
ing on the local regulations. If the electrical sys-
tem fails, mark the vehicle to be towed, e.g. with
a sign or warning triangle in the rear window.
If necessary, have the battery checked and
recharged at a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
Center.
Do not exceed a towing speed of 30 mph/
Never use spray fluids to start the
engine.<
50
km/h and a towing distance of
95
miles/150 km, as otherwise the drive train
may be damaged.<
Tow-starting and towing
Vehicles with manual transmission
Gear lever in neutral.
Use tow fitting
The threaded tow fitting is stored in the
onboard tool kit, refer to page 95, and must
always remain in the vehicle. It can be screwed
in at the front or rear of the BMW.
Vehicles with automatic transmission
Selector lever in N.
Towing methods
To avoid damage to the tow fitting and the
vehicle, observe the following: only use
the tow fitting that comes with the vehicle and
screw it in as far as it will go. Only use the tow
fitting to tow on roads. Avoid lateral loading of
the tow fitting, e.g. do not lift the vehicle by the
tow fitting.<
In some countries, towing with tow bars or
ropes on public roads is not permitted.
Familiarize yourself with the regulations on tow-
ing in the respective country.
With tow bar
The towing vehicle may not be lighter
than the vehicle to be towed, as otherwise
it will not be possible to control vehicle
response.<
Access to screw thread
Press out the cover in the front or rear bumper
at the notch at the bottom with a screwdriver.
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| Tags | BMW E83, BMW X3 2.5i, BMW X3 3.0i |
| Model Year | 2005 |
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