BMW x5 2000 Manual Do Utilizador

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Jump-starting

Towing the vehicle

6 Start the engine on the support

vehicle and let it run.

7 Start the engine on the vehicle need-

ing the jump-start, and allow it to run
as usual. If the first start attempt is
not successful, wait a few minutes
before another attempt in order to
allow the discharged battery to
recharge.

8 Before disconnecting the jumper ca-

bles from your BMW, turn on the rear
window defroster and set the blower
to the highest speed; allow the en-
gine to run approx. 10 seconds. This
will prevent a voltage surge from the
voltage regulator to the electrical ac-
cessories.

9 Then disconnect the jumper cables in

reverse sequence.

Have the battery recharged if neces-
sary.

Tow fitting

The screw-in tow fitting is stored be-
neath the cargo area floor. Carry it with
you at all times. This fitting is designed
for installation in the tow sockets lo-
cated at the front and rear of the vehi-
cle, and is intended for towing on
paved road surfaces only.
It should not be used to pull a vehicle
out of deep snow, mud, sand, etc.
Always observe all applicable towing
laws and regulations.

Access to tow sockets

Front:
Use a screwdriver on the left or right
side (arrows) to press the cover out .

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Rear: pull the cover off.

Screw the tow fittings in until they
are tight. If you do not, the threads

could be damaged.
Do not tow the vehicle by any compo-
nents of the running gear, or lash them
down in any way. If you do so, the com-
ponents could be damaged, leading to
possible accidents.

Use only a nylon towing strap to tow
the vehicle, since the inherent resil-
ience of this material helps protect both
vehicles from sudden jerking move-
ments.

Avoid "off-center" towing. Be sure
that the tow rope is pulled tightly

when the towing vehicle begins to
move.

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