BMW 320i xDrive, Owner'S Manual

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Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
The concept
DSC maintains vehicle stability, even in
critical driving situations.
The DSC is operational every time you
start the engine.
DSC incorporates the Dynamic Traction
Control (DTC) and Cornering Brake
Control (CBC) functions.
For information on vehicles with all-
wheel drive, refer to page
89 ff.
Indicator lamps
The indicator lamp in the instru-
ment cluster goes out shortly
after the ignition has been
switched on; refer to page 19 .
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The indicator lamp flashes: DSC is
actively controlling drive torque and
braking intervention
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The indicator lamp stays lit: DSC has
been switched off with the button;
DTC and DBC are operational. DTC
control intervention is not indicated.
The indicator lamp and the
brake warning lamp continu-
ously light up in yellow:
The DSC, DTC and DBC have
been switched off manually or
there is a system malfunction.
The vehicle will remain completely
operational, however, without DSC. In
the event of a fault, please consult your
BMW center.
Indicator and warning lamps for
Canadian models.
Deactivating the DSC/activating
the DTC
Press the DSC button briefly; the indi-
cator lamp comes on and stays on.
DSC is deactivated; DTC is operational.
In the following rare situations, it may
prove useful to activate the DTC for a
brief period:
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When rocking the vehicle or starting
off in deep snow or on loose surfaces
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When driving on snow-covered
grades, in deep snow, or on a snow-
covered surface that has been
packed down from being driven on
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When driving with snow chains.
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