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Giving and receiv ing as sistance – BMW X3 3.0si SAV 2007 User Manual

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Giving and

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ing

as

sistance

116

Towing methods

To avoid damage, do not lift the vehicle by
the tow fitting or body and suspension

parts.

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In some countries, towing with tow bars or
ropes on public roads is not permitted. Familiar-
ize yourself with the regulations on towing in the
specific country.

With tow bar

The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle to be towed; otherwise,

it will not be possible to safely control vehicle
response.

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

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Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be strictly limited in corners.

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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 fittings
only. Otherwise, other vehicle parts could

be damaged.

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With tow-rope

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 fittings only.
Otherwise, other vehicle parts could be dam-
aged.

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With tow truck

Do not tow the X3 with only the front or
rear axle raised; otherwise, the wheels

could lock and the transfer case could be dam-
aged.

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Have the X3 transported only on a flat bed.

Tow starting

If possible, do not tow start the vehicle; jump
start the engine instead, refer to page

114

.

Vehicles equipped with catalytic convertors
should only be tow started when the engine is
cold. It is not possible to tow start an engine
equipped with an automatic transmission.

1.

Switch on hazard warning flashers, comply
with local regulations.

2.

Switch on ignition, refer to page

37

.

3.

Shift into 3rd gear.

4.

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

Do not activate the HDC Hill Descent
Control during tow starting, refer to

page

51

.

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