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WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 BMW Alpina and 2007 BMW Alpina. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Observe the following trolley-jack-related instructions:

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!
Check the rubber plate on the trolley jack prior to each use, replacing if necessary.

Fig 1: Identifying Trolley Jack
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WARNING: The vehicle may be raised with a trolley jack only at the following jacking points!

Risk of damage: It is not permitted to raise the vehicle at the rear differential cover!

Fig 2: Identifying Car Jacking Point, Rear Differential And Side Car Jacking Points

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.