2011 BMW X5 X6 Series xDrive35i 50i 35d E70 E71 E72 Owners Manual

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Switch on the hazard warning flashers
depending on the local regulations.
fitting, e.g. do not lift the vehicle by the tow fit-
ting. Otherwise damage to the tow fitting and
the vehicle can occur.<
If the electrical system fails, mark the vehi-
cle to be towed, e.g. with a sign or warning
triangle in the rear window.
Access to screw thread
Cover panel on left/right side of bumper: press
on the arrow symbol on the cover panel.
Towing methods when towing other
vehicles
BMW X5: front
BMW X6: front
Rear
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, observe the fol-
lowing:
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Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.
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When mounted at an angle, the tow bar will
exert lateral forces, tending to push the
vehicle sideways.
Only attach the tow bar to the tow fittings,
as attachment to other vehicle parts can
lead to damage.<
Tow rope
When starting off in the towing vehicle, make
sure that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on
vehicle components when towing, always use
nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Only secure the tow rope on the tow fit-
ting; connecting it to other vehicle parts
may cause damage.<
Tow fitting
The screw-on tow-fitting must always be car-
ried in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the
front or rear of the BMW.
It is located in the toolkit under the floor panel
flap in the cargo area, refer to page 262.
Use only the tow fitting provided with the
vehicle and screw it all the way in. Use the
tow fitting for towing only on roads. Use the tow
fitting screwed in at the front for maneuvering
the vehicle only. Avoid lateral loading of the tow
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