BMW 528I User Manual download pdf (Page 184)

184n

Towing the vehicle

The towed vehicle should always

be the lighter of the two vehicles.

If this is not the case, it is no longer

possible to control vehicle response.<

Tow-starting

It is not possible to start the engine of

vehicles equipped with an automatic

transmission by towing or pushing.

For instructions on jump starting, refer

to page 182.

Never attempt to use your vehicle to

push another car, since damage to the

energy-absorbing bumpers could

result.

Towing a vehicle with automatic

transmission

1 Place the selector lever in position N

2 Towing speed:

Max. 45 mph (70 km/h)

3 Towing distance:

Max. 95 miles (150 km)

4 Leave the ignition key at position 1 to

ensure that the brake lamps, turn sig-

nals, horn and windshield wipers re-

main operative, and to prevent the

steering lock detent from engaging.

5 Switch on the hazard-warning system

(observe country-specific regula-

tions).

Find some means of identifying the ve-

hicle in tow, for instance, place a sign

or warning triangle in the rear window.

Make sure that the ignition key

remains in position 1 even when

the electrical system has failed to pre-

vent the steering lock from engaging.

The steering and brakes are without

power assist when the engine is off.

This means that increased effort is

required for steering and braking.<

Towing with a commercial

tow truck

> Do not tow with sling-type equipment

> Use a wheel lift or flat bed carrier

> Please comply with applicable towing

laws.

Never allow passengers to ride in

a towed vehicle for any reason.<

380us124

1 2 ... 179 180 181 182 183 184 185 186 187 188 189 ... 216 217

Comments to this Manuals

No comments