Being towed
Towing methods
Make sure that the ignition is switched on,
Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or
refer to page 55; otherwise, the low-beam
headlamps, tail lamps, turn signal indicators and
windshield wipers may be unavailable. Power
steering assistance is not available when the
engine is not running. Thus, braking and steer-
ing will require increased effort. Active steering
is not active and it will be necessary to turn the
steering wheel further.<
body and chassis parts; otherwise, dam-
age may result.<
With a tow bar
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the towed vehicle; otherwise, it may
be impossible to maintain control.<
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:
Manual transmission
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
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Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.
Automatic transmission
Selector lever in position N.
Changing selector lever position, refer to
page 58.
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The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is
attached offset.
Attach the tow bar to the tow fittings only,
as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle
could result in damage.<
Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph/
70
km/h and a towing distance of
90
miles/150 km; otherwise, the automatic
transmission may be damaged.<
With a tow rope
When starting off in the towing vehicle, make
sure that the tow rope is taut.
Sports automatic transmission with
double clutch
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.<
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 210, make sure that after approx.
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
Manual transmission and automatic transmis-
sion:
20
minutes, unlock the parking lock manually,
refer to page 63.<
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.
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