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Display in the instrument cluster
The gear currently engaged and the
drive program you select are shown in
the instrument cluster, as are faults if
they occur.
Consult BMW Service if a fault is dis-
played.
Sport program
In sequential mode you have a choice
of two programs to cover the range
from smoothly dynamic to sporty driv-
ing.
To select the sport program: press the
SPORT button.
The LED in the button lights up.
Cruise mode is automatically deacti-
vated.
In order to maintain maximum
driving stability, you should drive
with DSC activated whenever possi-
ble.
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Acceleration assistance
The acceleration assistant permits opti-
mum racing-style acceleration on sur-
faces with good grip.
Using the acceleration assistant
causes premature component
wear, because this function places a
very high strain on the car.
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1. Select the sport program
2. Press the DSC button, see page 79,
and keep it pressed for longer than
three seconds
3. Quickly press the accelerator pedal
all the way to the floor – kick-down.
The engine is electronically bal-
anced to achieve maximum pullaway
rpm.
In order to maintain maximum
driving stability, you should drive
with the DSC system activated when-
ever possible.
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