Tow fitting

Tow fitting
Tow fitting

The screw-in tow fitting should always be carried in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the BMW. It is in the onboard vehicle tool kit located in a storage compartment on the right side in the cargo area. Open the cover.

▷ Use only the tow fitting provided with Tow fitting, information on use

▷ Use only the tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it all the way in.

▷ Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads only.

▷ Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g., do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting.

Otherwise, damage to the tow fitting and the vehicle can occur.

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