Automatic transmission: transporting your vehicle
Note
Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the event of a breakdown.
Do not have the vehicle towed
Have your vehicle transported on a loading platform only; otherwise, damage may occur.
Tow truck
Tow truck
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage may result.
Use the tow fitting screwed in at the front for maneuvering the vehicle only.
See also:
General driving notes
Closing the trunk lid
Drive with the trunk lid closed
Only drive with the tailgate closed; otherwise,
in the event of an accident or braking or
evasive maneuvers, passengers or other road
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Start/Stop button
Start/Stop button
Pressing the Start/Stop button switches the ignition
on or off and starts the engine.
The engine starts if the brake pedal is pressed
when you press the Start/Stop button. ...
Snow chains
Only certain fine-link snow chains have been
tested by BMW, classified as safe for use and
recommended. Consult your service center for
more information.
BMW X5: use only in pairs on the rear w ...