BMW 335i Convertible 2010 User Manual

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To avoid jerking and the associated
stresses on vehicle components when

towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Attach the tow rope to the tow fittings only, as
attaching it to other parts of the vehicle could
result in damage.

With a tow truck: vehicle without xDrive

Manual and automatic transmission:

Have the BMW transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar, or on a flatbed.
Do not tow the vehicle with just the rear axle
raised as this may cause the steering to turn.

With a tow truck: vehicle with xDrive

Do not tow a BMW with xDrive with just
the front or rear axle raised; otherwise, the

wheels could lock up and the transfer case
could be damaged.

Have the BMW transported on a flatbed surface
only.

Tow-starting

Avoid tow-starting the vehicle whenever possi-
ble; instead, jump-start the engine, refer to
page

150

. Vehicles with a catalytic converter

should only be tow-started when the engine is
cold, vehicles with an automatic transmission
cannot be tow-started at all.

Switch on hazard warning flashers, comply
with local regulations.

Switch on the ignition, refer to page

Shift into 3rd gear.

Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch
depressed and slowly release the clutch.

After the engine starts, immediately
depress the clutch completely again.

Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn-
ing flashers.

Have the vehicle checked.

With xDrive: do not activate Hill Descent
Control HDC when the vehicle is being

tow-started, page