BMW 1999-2005 M3 Service Manual page 31

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bumper.
Note:
A towing eye is provided in the luggage
compartment tool kit. The towing eye
can be screwed into the front or rear
bumper.
Install towing eye into threaded hole.
Standard transmission: A
-
maximum towing distance of 20
miles is acceptable with the rear
wheels on the ground and the
transmission out of gear. If the car
needs to be towed further, have
the rear wheels placed on dollies.
- Automatic transmission: If
absolutely necessary, car can be
towed with rear wheels on ground,
but the tow should not exceed 25
miles (40 km), at speeds at or
below 30 mph (48 km/h).
Be sure transmission fluid has
-
been topped off before
starting tow.
- Always tow car with
transmission lever in "N"
(neutral). If tow must exceed
25 miles (40 km), add one
quart of ATF to transmission,
or better yet, remove
driveshaft.
Be sure to drain or pump out
-
added fluid once tow has
been completed.
Note:
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