BMW M5 E60 M Power owners manual page 236

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This then requires increased effort for braking With tow rope and steering.< When starting off in the towing vehicle, make Switch on the hazard warning flashers depend-sure that the tow rope is taut. ing on the local regulations. If the electrical sys-To avoid jerking and the associated tem fails, mark the vehicle to be towed, e.g. with stresses on vehicle components when a sign or warning triangle in the rear window.towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps. Manual transmission Only attach tow ropes to the tow fittings, as attachment to other vehicle parts can lead to Gearshift lever in neutral position.damage.< Sequential Manual Transmission with With tow truck Drivelogic Do not tow the vehicle with only the front Make sure that selector lever position N is or rear axle raised, as otherwise the engaged with the ignition switched on, as engine may be damaged or the steering can otherwise the engine can be damaged during turn to the left or right.< towing.< Towing methods Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body and chassis parts, otherwise damage may result.< In some countries, towing with tow bars or ropes in public traffic is not permitted. Familiar- ize yourself with the regulations on towing in the Giving and receiving assistancerespective country. Have the BMW transported only on a flatbed With tow bar surface. The towing vehicle may not be lighter Tow-starting than the vehicle to be towed, otherwise it Do not tow-start the vehicle if possible, but will not be possible to reliably control vehicle instead start the engine by means of jump start- response.< ing, refer to page232. With a catalytic con- The tow fittings used should be on the same verter, the vehicle should only be tow-started side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossi-with the engine cold. ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe the following:Manual transmission > Clearance and maneuvering capability will 1.Switch on the hazard warning flashers, be sharply limited during cornering.comply with country-specific regulations. > When mounted at an angle, the tow bar will 2.Switch on the ignition, refer to page57. exert lateral forces, tending to push the 3.Shift into 3rd gear. vehicle sideways. Only attach the tow bar to the tow fittings, 4.Tow-start with the clutch completely as attachment to other vehicle parts can depressed and slowly release the clutch. lead to damage.< After the engine starts, immediately depress the clutch again completely. 234 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG

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