Vehicles with automatic transmission
Selector lever in position N.
With a tow truck
Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph /
70
km/h or a towing distance of 90 miles/
150
km. Otherwise, the automatic transmission
could be damaged.<
Vehicles with sequential manual
gearbox SMG
To push or tow the vehicle, turn on the ignition
and move the selector lever to position N, then
turn the ignition off again.
Have the BMW transported by a tow truck with
a lift sling, or on a flatbed.
Do not lift the vehicle by the towing eye-
let, or by parts of the body or chassis.
Otherwise damage could result.<
Towing methods
In some countries, it is not permitted to tow the
vehicle with a tow bar or tow rope on public
roads.
Tow-starting
Familiarize yourself with the applicable towing
regulations for the country in which you are
driving.
Do not tow-start vehicles with automatic
transmission.
Jump-starting, refer to page 97.<
Only tow-start vehicles with catalytic conver-
ters if the engine is cold. It is better to have the
vehicle jump-started, refer to page 97.
With a tow bar
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise,
vehicle handling can no longer be controlled.<
1.
Turn on the hazard warning flashers; com-
ply with national regulations
The towing eyelets of both vehicles should be
on the same side. If the tow bar can only be
used in a diagonal position, please note the fol-
lowing:
2.
3.
Turn the ignition key to position 2
Engage the 3rd gear. For vehicles with
SMG, refer to following column
4.
Have the vehicle towed with the clutch
pedal completely depressed and then
slowly release the clutch pedal. After the
engine has started, immediately depress
the clutch pedal again completely
>
Clearance is restricted while you are driving
around corners
>
The inclination of the tow bar produces late-
ral force.
Only attach the tow bar to the towing eye-
lets. Other parts of the vehicle could oth-
5.
6.
Pull over at a suitable location, remove the
tow bar or tow rope, and turn on the hazard
warning flashers
erwise be damaged.<
With a tow rope
Have the vehicle checked.
When the towing vehicle is driving off, make
sure that the tow rope is taut.
Vehicles with sequential manual
gearbox SMG
Use nylon ropes or straps for towing
because they prevent sudden jerking
movements. Attach tow ropes only to the tow-
ing eyelet. Other parts of the vehicle could oth-
erwise be damaged.<
>
Have the vehicle towed with the selector
lever in position N
>
Select sequential mode. The correct gear
will automatically be selected and engaged.
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| Categories | BMW Manuals, BMW Z-Series Manuals |
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| Tags | BMW 2.5i, BMW 3.0i, BMW E85, BMW Z4 2.5i |
| Model Year | 2005 |
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