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Towing with a tow truck
Have the MINI transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may
result.◀
Tow-starting
If possible, start the engine by jump-starting,
refer to page 189, it rather than tow-starting
the vehicle. Vehicles with a catalytic converter
should only be tow-started when the engine is
cold; vehicles with an automatic transmission
cannot be tow-started.
1.
Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.
2.
Switch on the ignition, refer to page 56.
3.
Engage third gear.
4.
Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch is depressed and then slowly release
the clutch. After the engine starts, immedi‐
ately depress the clutch completely again.
5.
Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard
warning system.
6.
Have the vehicle checked.
Breakdown assistance
Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 029 - II/15
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