Tow-starting
If the electrical system fails, do not
attempt to tow-start or tow away the car.
The electric steering wheel lock cannot be dis-
engaged and the car is not steerable. Jump
starting, refer to page 212.<
Do not tow-start vehicles with an auto-
matic transmission. Only tow-start vehi-
cles with a catalytic converter with the engine
cold. It is better to jump start the engine, refer to
page 212.<
1.
Switch on the hazard warning flashers,
comply with local regulations.
2.
3.
Switch on the ignition, refer to page 52.
Shift into 3rd gear. Vehicles with SMG, see
below.
4.
Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch
completely depressed and slowly release
the clutch. After the engine starts, immedi-
ately depress the clutch completely again.
5.
6.
Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn-
ing flashers.
Have the vehicle checked.
Vehicles with sequential manual gearbox SMG:
1.
Have the vehicle tow-started with the selec-
tor lever in position N.
2.
Select sequential mode. The correct gear is
automatically engaged.
325xi, 330xi: do not activate Hill Descent
Control HDC when the vehicle is being
tow-started, page 86.<
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| Categories | BMW 3-Series Manuals, BMW Manuals |
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| Tags | BMW 323i, BMW 325i, BMW 325xi, BMW 330i, BMW 330xi, BMW E90 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
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