BMW 2015 ActiveHybrid 5 Manual Do Proprietário

other attempt in order to allow the dis‐
charged battery to recharge.

3.

Let both engines run for several minutes.

4.

Disconnect the jumper cables in the re‐
verse order.

Check the battery and recharge if needed.

Tow-starting and towing
For tow-starting or towing, switch off the

Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐
tions of the individual braking systems might
lead to accidents.◀

Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the
event of a breakdown.

Do not have the vehicle towed
Have your vehicle transported on a load‐

ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐
cur.◀

The vehicle should only be transported on a
loading platform.

Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or

body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀

Use tow fitting located in the front only for po‐
sitioning the vehicle.

Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter

than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle's re‐
sponse.◀

Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow

fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may
cause damage.◀

▷

Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.

▷

If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.

The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:

▷

Maneuvering capability is limited going
around corners.

▷

The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is secured with an offset.

When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.

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