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Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
This system ensures enhanced vehicle
stability, particularly when accelerating
and cornering.
In addition to optimized traction and
vehicle stability when starting from a
standstill or accelerating, there is the
further benefit of enhanced stability in
cornering. Of course, these benefits are
only possible within the limits imposed
by the laws of physics.
The system activates automatically
each time you start the engine.
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Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp in the instru-
ment cluster goes out shortly
after you switch on the ignition.
Refer to page 21 .
Indicator lamp flashes:
The system is actively regulating drive
torque in response to monitored vehicle
operating conditions.
If the indicator lamp fails to go out after
the engine is started, or comes on dur-
ing the course of normal vehicle opera-
tion:
There is a system fault. You can still
drive the vehicle normally, but the DSC
function is not available. Consult your
BMW center for repair.
To deactivate the system
Press the button. The indicator lamp
will come on.
When DSC is deactivated, you are driv-
ing with conventional power transfer.
We recommend that you deactivate the
system for increased traction:
> when rocking the vehicle or starting
off in deep snow or on loose surfaces
> or when driving with snow chains.
Refer also to page
110 .
To reactivate the system
Press the button again; the indicator
lamp goes out.
The laws of physics cannot be re-
pealed, even with DSC. Any con-
sequences arising from traction loss
due to excessive vehicle speed remain
the responsibility of the driver. We
therefore urge you to avoid using the
additional safety margin of the system
as an excuse for taking risks.
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For additional details concerning DSC,
please refer to the chapter describing
"Advanced technology" on page
161 .