2009 BMW 5 Series Owner's Manual - Page 256

Giving and receiving assistance Sedan Loosen the wing nut to open. Sports Wagon Loosen the wing nut to open. Sports Wagon The first-aid kit is located in the right side panel of the cargo bay. Before opening the side panel, pull the retaining strap* toward the rear by its rear end and unhook it. Roadside Assistance* The Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group offers you assistance in the event of a breakdown around the clock, including on weekends and public holidays. The phone numbers of the Roadside Assistance in your home country can be found in the Contact brochure. With BMW Assist you can contact the Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group for assistance in the event of a breakdown directly via iDrive, refer to page 210. Release the two quick-release fasteners and fold down the trim piece. First-aid kit* Some of the articles contained in the first-aid kit have a limited service life. Therefore, check the expiration dates of the contents regularly and replace the contents concerned in good time if necessary. Jump starting When your battery is discharged, you can use two jumper cables to start your BMW with power from the battery in a second vehicle. You can also use the same method to help start another vehicle. Use only jumper cables with fully-insulated clamp handles. To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury, always avoid all contact with electrical components while the engine is running. Carefully adhere to the following sequence, both to prevent damage to one or both vehicles, and to guard against possible personal injuries.< Sedan The first-aid kit is located in the luggage compartment lid. 254 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG