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EnglishControls and features -> ASC+T/DSC for your BMW 7 Series 2001-2007
96nASC+T/DSC
Automatic Stability Control plus
Traction (ASC+T)/Dynamic
Stability Control (DSC)
Indicator lamp
The indicator light in the instru-
ment cluster goes out shortly af-
ter you switch on the ignition.
These systems help provide additional
dynamic stability, particularly when ac- Refer to page 21.
celerating and cornering.
Indicator lamp flashes:
The DSC system enhances the benefits The system is active and governs drive
of the ASC+T. In addition to optimizing force and braking force.
vehicle stability and traction when ac-
If the indicator lamp fails to go out after
celerating or starting from a standstill,
the engine is started, or comes on
another benefit is realized in cornering
during normal driving and stays on:
stability. Of course, this is subject to the
There is a system malfunction or the
limits imposed by the laws of physics.
To deactivate the system
system was deactivated with the but-
Press the button (arrow); the indicator
lamp comes on and stays on.
The system starts up automatically
each time you start the engine.
ton. You can continue to drive the vehi-
cle normally, but without DSC.
Consult your BMW center to have the
system repaired.
Depending on equipment options, the
button is marked with ASC or DSC.
With deactivated ASC+T/DSC you are
driving with conventional, unregulated
torque transfer.
In the following exceptional circum-
stances, it may be effective to deacti-
vate the DSC for a short period:
> When rocking the vehicle or starting
off in deep snow or on loose surfaces
> When driving with snow chains.
Refer also to page 133.
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