BMW 5 Series: 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 located in the container on the inside of the trunk lid.
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.◀
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 to ...
Screw thread
Push out the cover by pressing on the top edge. ...
See also:
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated every
12 000 km (7,500 mi). See
Maintenance Schedule.
Tires are rotated to achieve a
uniform wear for all tires. The
first rotation is the most
important.
Any time ...
Operating
Operating the power windows
1 - Manual up/down
2 - Auto up/down.
All power windows can be operated using the control panel in the driver's door.
The control panels in the other doors only o ...
Operating Tips for Audio System
WARNING:
Do not adjust the audio control switches while driving the vehicle:
Adjusting the audio while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract
your attention from the vehicle operati ...
