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Towing and tow-starting vehicle

Do not exceed a towing speed of

30 mph/50 km/h and a towing dis-

tance of 95 miles/150 km, as otherwise

the drive train may be damaged.<

Vehicles with manual transmission:

Gearshift lever in idle position.

Vehicles with automatic transmission:

Selector lever in N.

Towing methods

In some countries, towing with a tow

bar or rope on public roads is not per-

mitted.

Familiarize yourself with the regula-

tions on towing in the respective coun-

try.

With tow bar:

The towing vehicle may not be

lighter than the vehicle to be

towed, as otherwise handling will be

uncontrollable.<

The tow fitting of both vehicles should

be on the same side. If an angled posi-

tion of the bar cannot be avoided,

observe the following:

> The freedom of movement is

restricted during cornering

> The angled position of the tow bar

creates lateral forces.

Only secure the tow bar on the

tow fittings. Otherwise, damage

could result on other vehicle compo-

nent.<

With tow-rope:

When starting off in the towing vehicle,

make sure that the tow-rope is taut.

Use nylon ropes or nylon straps

for towing, and avoid all too sud-

den jerking movements. Only secure

tow-ropes on the tow fitting. Otherwise,

damage could result on other vehicle

component.<

With tow truck:

Do not tow the X5 with the front or

rear axle raised individually, as

otherwise the wheels may block and

the transfer case may be damaged.<

The X5 may only be transported on a

truck bed.

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