Start the engine on the other vehicle in the
usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not successful,
wait a few minutes before another attempt
in order to allow the discharged battery to
recharge.

Let the engines run for a few minutes.

Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing
the connection sequence.

Check the battery and recharge if necessary.

Never use spray fluids to start the
engine.

Tow-starting and towing

Observe applicable laws and regulations
for tow-starting and towing.

Do not transport any passengers other
than the driver in a vehicle that is being

towed.

Transporting your vehicle

Note

Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a BMW Sports Activity Vehi-
cle Center in the event of a breakdown.

Have your vehicle transported on a load-
ing platform only; otherwise, damage may

occur.

Tow truck

Do not tow your BMW with the front or
rear axle raised individually; otherwise,

the wheels may lock and the transfer case may
be damaged.

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

result.

Tow-starting

Note

Do not tow-start your vehicle.
Due to the automatic transmission, the engine
cannot be started by tow-starting.
Have the cause of the starting difficulties reme-
died.

Towing other vehicles

General information

Your vehicle must not be lighter than the
vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will not

be possible to control vehicle response.

Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts

may cause damage.

This manual is related to the following products:

X5 M 2011