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00 ... ... Raising vehicle with trolley jack (vehicle equipped with jacking point)

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WARNING: Vehicles without  jacking points (located in the middle of the front axle carrier) must not be raised or moved with the trolley jack! Use only BMW-distributed/approved trolley jacks which have rubber plate contact points. Trolley jacks must be regularly serviced and always checked for functional reliability before they are used!

Raising vehicle at front: 

If necessary, remove front spoiler/spoiler lip.

Slide trolley jack under vehicle at front middle until the rubber contact plate is situated below the jacking point.

Raise vehicle with trolley jack.

Fig 1: Raising Vehicle At Front
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Raising vehicle at rear: 

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage: Raising the vehicle at the rear differential is not permitted!