The concept
The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes the rear wheels.
The parking brake can be set manually or automatically:
▷ Manual: by pulling and pushing the switch.
▷ Automatic: by activating Automatic Hold.
See also:
Starting BMW Online
1. "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive"
2. "BMW Online"
Starting BMW Online
3. If necessary, "OK".
The BMW Online home page is displayed. ...
For US customers
The following only applies to vehicles owned
and operated in the US.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause injury
or death, you should immediate ...
Towing other vehicles
General information
Light towing vehicle
Your vehicle must not be lighter than the
vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will not be
possible to control vehicle response.◀
Attaching the ...
