BMW 5 Series: Screw thread - Tow-starting and towing - Breakdown assistance - Mobility - BMW 5 Series Owners ManualsBMW 5 Series: Screw thread

Push out the cover by pressing on the top edge.

Push out the cover by pressing on the top edge.

    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 fit ...

    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 ...

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    Front: automatic transmission
    Opening Press on the cover. Emptying Take out the insert. Lighter Press on the cover Push in the lighter. The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops back out. Danger of burns Only ...

    Seat belts
    Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driving the vehicle. ■ Correct use of the seat belts ● Extend the shoulder belt so that it comes fully over the s ...

    Blade replacement
    When the wipers no longer clean adequately, the blades may be worn or cracked, and require replacement. CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components, do not attempt to move th ...