BMW 2006 X5 4.8is SAV Benutzeranleitung

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Tow-starting and towing

> The freedom of movement is

restricted during cornering

> The angled position of the tow bar

creates lateral forces.

Only attach the tow bar to the tow
fittings, as attachment to other

vehicle parts can lead to damage.

With tow-rope:
When starting off in the towing vehicle,
make sure that the tow-rope is taut.

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.

With tow truck:

Do not tow the X5 with the front or
rear axle raised individually, other-

wise the wheels may lock and the
transfer case may be damaged.

The X5 may only be transported on a
flat bed.

Tow-starting

Do not tow-start vehicles with an
automatic transmission.

For information on jump starting, refer
to page

Only tow-start vehicles with a catalytic
converter with the engine cold. It is bet-
ter to jump start the engine, refer to
page

1. Switch on the hazard warning flash-

ers and observe local regulations.

2. Turn the ignition key to position 2.
3. Shift into 3rd gear.
4. Tow-start with the clutch completely

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.

6. Have the vehicle checked.

Do not activate the HDC Hill
Descent Control during tow-

starting, refer to page