2008 BMW M6 Owner's Manual - Page 230

Giving and receiving assistance With tow truck Do not tow the vehicle with only the front or rear axle raised, as otherwise the engine may be damaged or the steering can turn to the left or right.< 4. Move the selector lever into the drive position and pull toward + within 2 seconds. The correct gear will be selected and engaged automatically. 5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warning flashers. 6. Have the vehicle checked. Have the vehicle transported on a flatbed surface only. Tow-starting Do not tow-start the vehicle if possible, but instead start the engine by means of jump starting, refer to page 225. Vehicles equipped with a catalytic converter should only be tow-started when the engine is cold. Manual transmission 1. Switch on the hazard warning flashers, comply with country-specific regulations. 2. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 59. 3. Shift into 3rd gear. 4. Tow-start with the clutch completely depressed and slowly release the clutch. After the engine starts, immediately depress the clutch again completely. 5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warning flashers. 6. Have the vehicle checked. Sequential Manual Transmission with Drivelogic 1. Switch on the hazard warning flashers, comply with country-specific regulations. 2. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 59. 3. Tow-start in selector lever position N. 228 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG