ing will require increased effort. Active steering
is not active and it will be necessary to turn the
steering wheel further.<
With a tow bar
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the towed vehicle; otherwise, it may
be impossible to maintain control.<
Manual transmission
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossi-
ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an angle,
please observe the following:
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Automatic transmission
Selector lever in position N.
Changing selector lever position, refer to
page 51.
>
Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.
>
The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is
attached offset.
Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph/
70
km/h and a towing distance of
Attach the tow bar to the tow fittings only,
as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle
90
miles/150 km; otherwise, the automatic
transmission may be damaged.<
could result in damage.<
Sports automatic transmission with
double clutch
With a tow rope
When starting off in the towing vehicle, make
sure that the tow rope is taut.
Make sure that the parking lock P is not
engaged; otherwise, the rear wheels are
immobilized.
When using the car wash function, refer to
page 129, make sure that after approx.
To avoid jerking and the associated
stresses on vehicle components when
towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Attach the tow rope to the tow fittings only, as
attaching it to other parts of the vehicle could
result in damage.<
30
minutes, the parking lock P is automatically
engaged and thus immobilizes the rear wheels.
In the event of an electrical malfunction or if the
vehicle must be towed for more than approx.
With a tow truck
20
minutes, unlock the parking lock manually,
refer to page 56.<
Manual transmission and automatic transmis-
sion:
When towing, do not exceed a maximum
speed of 30 mph or 50 km/h and a maxi-
mum distance traveled of 30 miles/50 km; oth-
erwise, the transmission may be damaged.<
BMW recommends transporting the vehicle on
a tow truck with a flatbed or towing with the rear
axle raised.
Towing methods
Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, dam-
age may result.<
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| Categories | BMW 1-Series Manuals, BMW Manuals |
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| Tags | BME E81, BMW 128i, BMW 135i, BMW E82, BMW E87, BMW E88 |
| Model Year | 2011 |
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