BMW iX 2024 Owner's Handbook Manual page 397

For rolling or pushing the vehicle, see
page 136.
Recovery vehicle
Only have the vehicle transported on a loading
platform.
Towing other vehicles
General
Switch on the hazard warning lights in line with
local regulations.
If the electrical system of the vehicle being
towed has failed, the vehicle must be made
identifiable to other road users, for example by
placing a sign or the warning triangle in the
rear window.
Safety information
WARNING
If the permitted total weight of the towing
vehicle is less than that of the vehicle being
towed, the towing eye may be torn off or it
may not be possible to control the vehicle.
There is a risk of accident. Make sure that the
total weight of the towing vehicle is greater
than the weight of the vehicle being towed.
Help in case of a breakdown
Online Edition for Part no. 01405A7AFB2 - II/23
WARNING
Different levels of braking may occur during
tow-starting/towing away with adaptive recu-
peration. There is a risk of accident. Deacti-
vate adaptive recuperation before tow-start-
ing/towing away.
NOTICE
If the towbar or the towing rope is not at-
tached correctly, other vehicle parts can be
damaged. There is a risk of material damage.
Attach the towbar or towing rope to the tow-
ing eye correctly.
Towbar
The towing eyes of both vehicles should be on
the same side.
If it is impossible to avoid attaching the towbar
at an angle, note the following:
▷ Clearance may be restricted when corner-
ing.
▷ Lateral force will be generated if the towbar
is installed at an angle.
Towing rope
Note the following if using a towing rope:
▷ Use nylon ropes or straps that will allow the
vehicle to be towed smoothly.
▷ Fasten the towing rope so it is not twisted.
▷ Check the towing eye and towing rope fas-
tening regularly.
▷ Do not exceed a towing speed of 50 km/h,
30 mph.
▷ Do not exceed a towing distance of 5 km,
3 miles.
▷ Ensure that the towing rope is taut when
the towing vehicle drives off.
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