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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

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:

▷

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.

▷

Loss of adhesion of the front wheels, which

can lead to understeering.

Safety information

A Check Control message is displayed.

▷

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:

▷

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-

▷

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

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.

▷

Forward Collision Mitigation.

Active Park Distance Control emergency

braking.

Additional information:

▷

Forward Collision Mitigation with brake in-

tervention, refer to page 171.

Hill Descent Control

▷

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.

▷

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.

▷

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.

▷

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.

▷

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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