Being Towed - BMW 2006 M6 Owner's Manual

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Being towed

Make sure that the ignition is switched on,
refer to page 50; otherwise, the low-beam
headlights, tail lights, turn signals and wind-
shield wipers would not be available. If the vehi-
cle electrical system fails, do not tow-start or
tow the vehicle. The electric steering-wheel
lock cannot be unlocked and the vehicle cannot
be steered. For information on jump starting,
refer to page 192. There is no power assistance
with the engine stopped. This then requires
increased effort for braking and
Switch on the hazard warning flashers depend-
ing on the local regulations. If the electrical sys-
tem fails, mark the vehicle to be towed, e.g. with
a sign or warning triangle in the rear window.
Engage selector lever position N with the igni-
tion switched on.
Towing methods
Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body
and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.<
In some countries, towing with tow bars or
ropes in public traffic is not permitted. Familiar-
ize yourself with the regulations on towing in the
respective country.
With tow bar
The towing vehicle may not be lighter
than the vehicle to be towed; otherwise, it
will not be possible to reliably 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 note the following:
> Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be strictly limited during cornering.
> When mounted at an angle, the tow bar will
exert lateral forces, tending to push the
vehicle sideways.
lead to
With tow rope
When starting off in the towing vehicle, make
sure that the tow rope is taut.
towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Attach tow ropes to the tow fittings only, as
attachment to other vehicle parts can lead to
damage.<
steering.<
With tow truck
Have the BMW transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
Tow-starting
Do not tow-start the vehicle if possible, but
instead start the engine by means of jump start-
ing, refer to page 192. With a catalytic con-
verter, the vehicle should only be tow-started
with the engine cold.
electric steering-wheel lock cannot be
unlocked and the vehicle cannot be
Attach the tow bar to the tow fittings only,
as attachment to other vehicle parts can
damage.<
To avoid jerking and the associated
stresses on vehicle components when
If the electrical system fails, do not tow-
start or tow the vehicle, as otherwise the
steered.<