Tow-starting and towing
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The freedom of movement is
restricted during cornering
The angled position of the tow bar
creates lateral forces.
Tow-starting
Do not tow-start vehicles with an
automatic transmission.
For information on jump starting, refer
to page 174.<
Only attach the tow bar to the tow
fittings, as attachment to other
Only tow-start vehicles with a catalytic
converter with the engine cold. It is bet-
ter to jump start the engine, refer to
page 174.
vehicle parts can lead to damage.<
With tow-rope:
When starting off in the towing vehicle,
make sure that the tow-rope is taut.
1.
Switch on the hazard warning flash-
ers and observe local regulations.
Turn the ignition key to position 2.
With tow truck:
2.
Use nylon ropes or nylon straps
for towing, and avoid all exces-
sively sudden jerking movements. Only
attach tow ropes to the tow fittings, as
attachment to other vehicle parts can
lead to damage.<
Do not tow the X5 with the front or 3. Shift into 3rd gear.
rear axle raised individually, other- 4. Tow-start with the clutch completely
wise the wheels may lock and the
transfer case may be damaged.<
depressed and slowly release the
clutch. After the engine starts, imme-
diately depress the clutch again
completely.
5. Stop at a suitable location, remove
the tow bar or rope and switch off the
hazard warning flashers.
The X5 may only be transported on a
flat bed.
6.
Have the vehicle checked.
Do not activate the HDC Hill
Descent Control during tow-
starting, refer to page 94.<
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG
| Categories | BMW Manuals, BMW X5 Manuals |
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| Tags | BMW E53, BMW X5 3.0i, BMW X5 4.4i, BMW X5 4.8is |
| Model Year | 2006 |
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