Towing and tow-starting vehicle, Towing and tow-starting, Vehicle – BMW X5 4.8is SAV 2004 User Manual

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Towing and tow-starting vehicle

Using tow fitting

The screw-in tow fitting is stored
beneath the cargo floor cover. Carry it
with you at all times. It can be screwed
in at the front or rear of the vehicle.

To prevent damage to the tow fit-
ting and the vehicle, observe the

following: only use the tow fitting that
comes with the vehicle and screw it in
as far as it will go. Only use the tow fit-
ting to tow on roads. Avoid lateral load-
ing of the tow fitting, e.g. do not lift the
vehicle by the tow fitting.

Access to screw thread

Front:
Use a screwdriver to press the right or
left cover out, refer to arrows.

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Rear:
Pull the cover off.

Being towed

Make sure that the ignition key is
in position 1, as otherwise the

steering lock will engage, making it
impossible to steer the vehicle. When
the engine is stopped, there is no
power assist. This requires increased
braking and steering effort.

Switch on the hazard warning flashers
depending on the local regulations.
If the electrical system fails, mark the
vehicle to be towed, e.g. with a sign or
warning triangle in the rear window.

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