BMW 5 Series: Tow-starting
Automatic transmission
Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Due to the automatic transmission, the engine cannot be started by tow-starting.
Have the cause of the starting difficulties remedied.
Manual transmission
If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but start the engine by jump-starting.
If the vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter, only tow-start while the engine is cold.
1. Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.
2. Ignition, on.
3. Engage third gear.
4. Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch
pressed and slowly release the clutch. After
the engine starts, immediately press on the
clutch again.
5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard warning
system.
6. Have the vehicle checked.
Screw thread
Push out the cover by pressing on the top edge. ...
Care
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment
is also described that is not avai ...
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Active seat ventilation, front
The seat cushion and backrest surfaces are
cooled by means of integrated fans.
The ventilation rapidly cools the seat, e. g., if the
vehicle interior is overheated or for continuous
cooling at ...
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System for important safety information.
The instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator.
When the vehicle is s ...
Rear seat heating
Rear seat heating
Switching on
Press the button
once for each temperature
level.
The maximum temperature is reached when
three LEDs are lit.
If the drive is continued within approx. 15 mi ...
