BMW serie 3 sedan 2000 Manual Do Utilizador

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Towing the vehicle

Tow fitting

The screw-in tow fitting is stored in the
onboard tool kit; be sure that it remains
in the vehicle at all times. This fitting is
designed for installation in the tow
sockets located at the front and rear of
the vehicle. It is intended for towing on
paved road surfaces only. This fitting
should not be used to pull a vehicle out
of deep snow, mud, sand, etc.
Always comply with all applicable tow-
ing laws and regulations.

Access to tow sockets

Front
Use a screwdriver in the upper section
of the recess to press the cover out.

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Rear
Use a screwdriver in the upper section
of the recess to press the cover out.

Screw the tow fittings in com-
pletely and tightly. 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.

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Towing with a commercial tow
truck

Do not tow with sling-type equip-
ment.

Use a wheel lift or flat bed carrier.

Please comply with applicable towing
laws.

Never allow passengers to ride in
a towed vehicle for any reason.

Never attach tie-down hooks, chains,
straps, or tow hooks to the tie rods,
control arms, or any other part of the
vehicle suspension. If you do so, severe
damage will occur to these compo-
nents.

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