Starting engine
Access to screw thread
1.
Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and
let it run at a slightly elevated idling speed
for a few minutes.
Press out the cover in the front or rear bumper
at the notch at the bottom with a screwdriver.
2.
Start the engine on the other vehicle in the
usual way.
If the first start attempt is not successful,
wait a few minutes before another attempt
in order to allow the discharged battery to
recharge.
3.
4.
Let the engines run for a few minutes.
Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing
the connection sequence.
Being towed
If need be, have the battery checked and
recharged.
Make sure that the ignition key is in posi-
tion 1; otherwise, the steering lock will
engage, making it impossible to steer the vehi-
cle. There is no power assist with the engine
switched off. It is therefore necessary to exert
increased effort for braking and steering.<
Never use spray fluids to start the
engine.<
Tow starting and towing
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.
Obey all applicable laws and guidelines
for tow starting and towing.<
Do not allow any passengers other than
the driver to ride in a vehicle that is being
towed.<
Do not exceed a towing speed of
30
mph/50 km/h and a towing distance of
95
miles/150 km; otherwise, the drive train may
Using tow fitting
be damaged.<
The threaded tow fitting is stored in the
onboard tool kit, refer to page 99, and must
always remain in the vehicle. It can be screwed
in at the front or rear of the BMW.
Manual transmission
Gearshift lever in neutral.
Automatic transmission
Only use the tow fitting that comes with
the vehicle and screw it in as far as it will
go. Use the tow fitting only for towing on roads.
Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g. do
not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting. Otherwise,
the tow fitting and the vehicle can be dam-
aged.<
Selector lever in position N.
Changing selector lever positions, refer to
page 38.
Towing methods
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 specific country.
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