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BMW 645Ci Coupe 2005 User Manual

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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 fitting only.
Otherwise to other vehicle parts could

result.

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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 fitting only. Oth-
erwise damage to other vehicle parts could
result.

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With tow truck

Have the BMW transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a load bed.

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

may result.

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Tow-starting

Do not tow-start vehicles with an auto-
matic transmission.

Jump starting, refer to page

186

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Only tow-start vehicles with a catalytic con-
verter with the engine cold. It is better to jump
start the engine, refer to page

186

.

1.

Switch on the hazard warning flashers,
comply with country-specific regulations.

2.

Turn the ignition key to position 2.

3.

Shift into 3rd gear, vehicles with SMG, see
below.

4.

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

Vehicles with SMG Sequential manual trans-
mission:

1.

Tow-start in selector lever position N.

2.

Select sequential mode. The correct gear
will be selected and engaged automatically.

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