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Driving stability control systems
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Driving stability control systems
Vehicle features and options Brake assistant
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
The brake assistant automatically applies
maximum braking assistance when the brake
pedal is depressed quickly. This reduces the
braking distance to a minimum for full braking.
Additional information:
To make full use of braking assistance, do not
reduce the pressure on the brake pedal during
full braking.
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Antilock Braking System
Dynamic Stability Control
Principle
Principle
The Antilock Braking System prevents locking
of the wheels during the braking process.
Dynamic Stability Control helps keep your ve-
hicle safely on the road in critical driving situa-
tions. The drive power is reduced depending
on the situation, and wheels can be braked
individually. This system can be activated or
deactivated via My Modes.
You remain able to steer your vehicle even dur-
ing full braking, which increases active driving
safety.
The Antilock Braking System activates auto-
matically whenever drive-ready state is turned
on.
Dynamic Stability Control will detect the follow-
ing unstable driving conditions, for example:
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Skidding at the vehicle rear, which can lead
to oversteering.
Malfunction
The Antilock Braking System warning
light illuminates continuously on the in-
strument cluster if the system is not
operational.
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Loss of adhesion of the front wheels, which
can lead to understeering.
Safety information
A Check Control message is displayed.
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The Antilock Braking System is not availa-
ble.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
Steerability is limited during full braking.
Have the vehicle checked immediately by an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
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to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Displays in the instrument cluster
If the Dynamic Stability Control
is deactivated, DSC OFF is dis-
played in the instrument cluster.
Overview
If the OFF indicator light for Dynamic
Stability Control illuminates, the system
is deactivated.
If the warning light for Dynamic Stabil-
ity Control flashes, the system is regu-
lating the drive and brake power. The
vehicle is stabilized. Reduce the vehicle speed
and adjust your driving style to the road condi-
tions.
The My Modes button located on the
center console.
If the warning light for Dynamic Stabil-
ity Control illuminates, the system has
failed or is initializing. Driving stabiliza-
tion is restricted or has failed.
Activating/deactivating Dynamic
Stability Control
If Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated, driv-
ing stability is limited when accelerating and
cornering.
If the warning light illuminates continuously,
have the vehicle checked immediately by an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
To support driving stability, reactivate Dynamic
Stability Control as soon as possible.
1.
Press the My Modes button on the
center console.
2. "SPORT"
The last Dynamic Stability Control setting
Setting for increased driving
dynamics
Principle
For a more dynamic driving experience, you
can increase the driving dynamics via My
Modes.
applied in this mode is activated.
3.
Tap the settings icon as necessary.
4. "Driving dynamics"
5. "DSC OFF"
Dynamic Stability Control, and thus driving sta-
bility, are limited while accelerating and corner-
ing.
Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated.
Dynamic Stability Control activates automati-
cally when you switch to another drive mode.
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nates when increased driving dynamics is acti-
vated.
Overview
Automatic program change
Increased driving dynamics deactivates auto-
matically in the following situations, for exam-
ple:
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When Distance Control is activated.
In case of a brake intervention by For-
ward Collision Mitigation. Deactivate For-
ward Collision Mitigation as necessary.
The My Modes button for activat-
ing/deactivating increased driving dy-
namics is located on the center con-
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If the suspension control system fails.
The vehicle has a flat tire.
sole.
Additional information:
Forward Collision Mitigation with brake inter-
vention, refer to page 171.
Functional requirement
To increase driving dynamics, you must se-
lect the following drive mode via My Modes:
"SPORT".
Drive-off support
Activating/deactivating increased
driving dynamics
Principle
Drive-off support provides the best possible
traction when driving off in certain situations,
e.g., on difficult surfaces like snow or sand.
1.
To activate/deactivate increased
driving dynamics, press the My Modes but-
ton on the center console.
This function ensures maximum drive power at
low speeds with adapted driving stability.
2. "SPORT"
The last Dynamic Stability Control setting
Activating/deactivating the drive-off
support
To activate/deactivate drive-off support, go
through the menu as follows: Apps menu /
"Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Drivetrain and
chassis" / "Activate drive-off support once".
applied in this mode is activated.
3.
Select the settings icon.
4. "Driving dynamics"
5. "SPORT PLUS"
Increased driving dynamics is activated.
Drive-off support remains on until it is deacti-
vated or the driving mode is changed.
Dynamic Stability Control automatically reacti-
vates when changing to another drive mode.
Display in the instrument cluster
Display in the instrument cluster
If drive-off support is activated, the
drive-off support indicator light illumi-
nates on the instrument cluster.
The Dynamic Stability Control indicator
light on the instrument cluster illumi-
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menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Driver
Assistance" / "Hill Descent Control".
BMW xDrive
Hill Descent Control is automatically disabled
at speeds above approx. 25 mph/40 km/h.
BMW xDrive is the all-wheel-drive system
of the vehicle. The interplay between BMW
xDrive and other suspension control systems
such as Dynamic Stability Control further opti-
mizes traction and driving dynamics.
While Hill Descent Control is regulating the ve-
hicle speed, the following functions are deacti-
vated:
BMW xDrive variably distributes the drive
forces to the front and rear axles as required
by the driving situation and road conditions.
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Forward Collision Mitigation.
Active Park Distance Control emergency
braking.
Additional information:
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Forward Collision Mitigation with brake in-
tervention, refer to page 171.
Hill Descent Control
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Active Park Distance Control, refer to
page 253.
Principle
Hill Descent Control is a downhill control fea-
ture for vehicles with all-wheel drive. This fea-
ture adjusts the vehicle speed on steep down-
hill gradients, e.g., when driving on unpaved
roads.
Display in the instrument cluster
The set speed is displayed on
the instrument cluster together
with the indicator light for Hill
Descent Control.
When Hill Descent Control is on, the vehicle
moves at the speed set by the driver, without
the driver having to depress the brake pedal.
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The display illuminates green
when the system is on. Hill
Descent Control decelerates
the vehicle.
While Hill Descent Control is regulating the
speed, it automatically distributes the brake
power to the individual wheels. Driving stability
and steerability are improved. If necessary, the
Antilock Braking System prevents the wheels
from locking.
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The display illuminates gray when the sys-
tem is in standby.
Hill Descent Control can be enabled at speeds
below approx. 25 mph/40 km/h.
Display in the Head-up display
The status of Hill Descent Control can also be
shown on the Head-up display.
Speeds can be set between approx.
2 mph/3 km/h and approx. 20 mph/30 km/h.
While driving downhill, this system reduces the
vehicle speed to the set value, as physically
possible.
Increasing or decreasing vehicle
speed
Hill Descent Control provides assistance when
driving in selector lever positions D, N, and R.
Using the rocker button for cruise
control
Enabling/disabling Hill Descent
Control
To activate/deactivate Hill Descent Control,
go through the menu as follows: Apps
The desired speed for Hill Descent
Control can be set using the rocker but-
ton on the left of the steering wheel.
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Press the rocker button up or down to grad-
ually increase or decrease the set speed.
fort by reducing the necessary steering ef-
fort.
Press the rocker button up/down and hold
it until the desired speed is reached.
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The wheel angle is reduced in situations
that require minor or rapid corrections of
the direction of travel when driving at higher
speeds, e.g., swerving quickly or correcting
for crosswinds. In these cases, the variable
sports steering increases driving stability
when moving the steering wheel.
Using the brake pedal
While Hill Descent Control is regulating the ve-
hicle speed, the set speed can be decreased
by depressing the brake pedal.
Malfunction
If the Hill Descent Control malfunctions, a
Check Control message is displayed on the in-
strument cluster.
Servotronic
Servotronic is a speed-dependent steering
support.
The system provides the steering force with
more support at low speeds than at higher
ones. This makes parking easier, for example,
and makes the steering firmer when driving at
faster speeds.
The steering force is adapted to the drive
mode to convey a firm, sporty feel or a com-
fortable steering response.
Variable sport steering
The variable sports steering enables direct,
agile handling with little steering effort. The
variable sports steering responds independ-
ently of the current speed, varying the steering
gear ratio in line with the steering angle.
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In situations that require large movements
of the steering wheel, e.g., when maneu-
vering or turning, even minor movements of
the steering wheel will result in a greater
wheel steering angle. As a result, the varia-
ble sports steering increases steering com-
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