BMW X5 - CATALOGUE, Owner'S Manual

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Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the
tow bar at an inclination, please follow the follow‐
ing:
▷ Free movement is limited going around cor‐
ners.
▷ The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is
secured with an inclination.
Tow rope
Observe the following notes when using the tow
rope:
▷ Use nylon ropes or straps, which will enable
the vehicle to be towed without jerking.
▷ Make sure the tow rope is not twisted when
fastening.
▷ Check the attachment of the tow fitting and
tow rope in regular intervals.
▷ Do not exceed a towing speed of
30 mph/50 km/h.
▷ Do not exceed a towing distance of
3 miles/5 km.
▷ When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
Tow fitting
General information
The screw-in tow fitting should always be carried
in the vehicle.
The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front or
rear of the vehicle.
The tow fitting is located beneath the cargo floor
panel.
Observe the following notes when using the tow
fitting:
▷ Use only the tow fitting provided with the ve‐
hicle.
▷ Turn the tow fitting at least 5 turns clockwise
and screw it in as far as it will go. If necessary,
tighten with a suitable object.
▷ After use, unscrew the tow fitting counter-
clockwise.
▷ Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads
only.
▷ Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, for in‐
stance do not lift the vehicle by the tow fit‐
ting.
▷ Check the attachment of the tow fitting in
regular intervals.
Additional information:
Onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page
393 .
Safety information
NOTICE
If the tow fitting is not used as intended, there
may be damage to the vehicle or to the tow fit‐
ting. There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Follow the
notes on using the tow fitting.
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