BMW 2005 645Ci Coupe Manual Do Proprietário

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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 fitting only. 
Otherwise to other vehicle parts could 

result.

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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 fitting only. Oth-
erwise damage to other vehicle parts could 
result.

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Have the BMW transported with a tow truck 
with a so-called lift bar or on a load bed.

Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body 
and chassis parts, as otherwise damage 

may result.

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Do not tow-start vehicles with an auto-
matic transmission.

Jump starting, refer to page

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Only tow-start vehicles with a catalytic con-
verter with the engine cold. It is better to jump 
start the engine, refer to page

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1.

Switch on the hazard warning flashers, 
comply with country-specific regulations.

2.

Turn the ignition key to position 2.

3.

Shift into 3rd gear, vehicles with SMG, see 
below.

4.

Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch 
pedal completely depressed and slowly 
release the clutch. After the engine starts, 
immediately depress the clutch pedal com-
pletely 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.

Vehicles with SMG Sequential manual trans-
mission:

1.

Tow-start in selector lever position N.

2.

Select sequential mode. The correct gear 
will be selected and engaged automatically.

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