BMW 2006 X3 3.0i SAV Manual Do Proprietário

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With tow bar
The towing vehicle must not be lighter 
than the vehicle to be towed; otherwise, 
it will not be possible to safely control vehicle 
response.
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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 offset 
angle, please observe the following:
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Clearance and maneuvering capability will 
be strictly limited in corners.
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When mounted at an angle, the tow bar will 
exert lateral forces, tending to push the 
vehicle sideways.
Secure the tow bar to the tow fittings 
only. Otherwise, other vehicle parts could 
be damaged.
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With 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. 
Secure the tow rope to the tow fittings only. 
Otherwise, other vehicle parts could be dam-
aged.
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With tow truck
Do not tow the X3 with only the front or 
rear axle raised; otherwise, the wheels 
could lock and the transfer case could be dam-
aged.
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Have the X3 transported only on a flat bed.
To avoid damage, do not lift the vehicle 
from the tow fitting or body and suspen-
sion parts.
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Tow starting
If possible, do not tow start the vehicle; jump 
start the engine instead, refer to page
Vehicles equipped with catalytic convertors 
should only be tow started when the engine is 
cold. It is not possible to tow start an engine 
equipped with an automatic transmission.
1.
Switch on hazard warning flashers, comply 
with local regulations.
2.
Switch on ignition, refer to page
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3.
Shift into 3rd gear.
4.
Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch 
depressed and slowly release the clutch. 
After the engine starts, immediately 
depress the clutch again.
5.
Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow 
bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn-
ing flashers.
6.
Have the vehicle checked.
Do not activate the HDC Hill Descent 
Control during tow starting, refer to 
page
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