BMW M3 SEDAN Owner's Manual page 361

▷ The towing vehicle must not be lighter than
the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will not
be possible to control the vehicle's response.
▷ Do not exceed a towing speed of
30 mph/50 km/h.
▷ Do not exceed a towing distance of
30 miles/50 km.
Additional information:
Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to page 141.
Tow truck
Your vehicle should be transported with a tow
truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
M Steptronic Sport transmission:
transporting the vehicle
General information
The vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Safety information
NOTICE
The vehicle can be damaged when towing the
vehicle with a single lifted axle. There is a risk of
damage to property. The vehicle should only be
transported on a loading platform.
NOTICE
The vehicle can become damaged when lifting
and securing it.
Breakdown assistance
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There is a risk of damage to property.
▷ Lift the vehicle using suitable means.
▷ Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow
fitting, body parts, or suspension parts.
Pushing the vehicle
To remove a broken-down vehicle from the dan‐
ger area, it can be pushed for a short distance.
Additional information:
Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to page 142.
Tow truck
The vehicle should only be transported on a
loading platform.
Towing other vehicles
General information
Switch on the hazard warning system, depend‐
ing on local regulations.
If the electrical system has failed, clearly identify
the vehicle being towed by placing a sign or a
warning triangle in the rear window.
With Safe Share function: to remove a broken-
down vehicle from the danger area, tow it for a
short distance at a speed of no more than
6 mph/10 km/h.
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