BMW 2013 3 Series User Manual

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Front

Rear

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 rem‐
edied.

Manual transmission

If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but start
the engine by jump-starting, refer to page

208

.

If the vehicle is equipped with a catalytic con‐
verter, only tow-start while the engine is cold.

1.

Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.

2.

Ignition, refer to page

59

, 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 warn‐
ing system.

6.

Have the vehicle checked.

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Breakdown assistance

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