BMW i8 COUPE, Owner'S Manual

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General information
The use of Launch Control causes premature
component wear since this function represents a
very heavy load for the vehicle.
Do not use Launch Control during the break-in,
refer to page
186 , period.
To start with Launch Control do not steer the
steering wheel.
Functional requirements
Launch Control is available when the combustion
engine is at operating temperature. The engine
is at operating temperature after an uninter‐
rupted trip of at least 6 miles/10 km.
Start with launch control
With the combustion engine running:
1. Press button.
TRACTION is displayed in the instrument
cluster and the indicator light for DSC OFF
lights up.
2. Engage selector lever position S.
3. With the left foot, forcefully press down on
the brake.
4. Press and hold down the accelerator pedal
beyond the resistance point at the full throttle
position, kickdown.
A flag symbol is displayed in the instrument
cluster.
5. The starting engine speed adjusts. Within
3 seconds, release the brake.
Repeated use during a trip
After Launch Control has been used, the trans‐
mission must cool down for approx. 5 minutes
before Launch Control can be used again.
After using Launch Control
To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC Dy‐
namic Stability Control again.
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