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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

M Setup

Principle

The Antilock Braking System prevents locking

of the wheels during the braking process.

The SETUP button is used to configure various

driving dynamics and drive systems.

You remain able to steer your vehicle even dur-

ing full braking, which increases active driving

safety.

General information

When the drive-ready state is switched on after

the idle state, an efficient vehicle condition is

active by default.

General information

The Antilock Braking System is ready after

each time drive-ready state is turned on.

Overview

Malfunction

Button in the center console

The warning light on the instrument

cluster illuminates.

A Check Control message is displayed.

▷

The Antilock Braking System is not availa-

ble.

Steerability is limited during full braking.

Have the vehicle checked immediately by an

authorized service center or another qualified

service center or repair shop.

SETUP

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Buttons on the steering wheel

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System

"M HYBRID": Hybrid modes of M Hy-

brid, refer to page 135.

Button Function

M1 configuration.

M Steptronic Sport transmission:

"Drivelogic": shift modes and Drive-

logic programs.

M2 configuration.

Drivelogic, refer to page 128.

"DSC": Dynamic Stability Control, re-

fer to page 215, and M Dynamic

Mode, refer to page 216.

Settings

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System

"M Sound": Sound Control, refer to

page 136.

"Drivetrain": Drive, refer to page 135,

programs.

"Energy recovery": Energy recovery

modes, refer to page 121.

Operation via SETUP

General information

The settings from the SETUP button are ap-

plied directly. The settings are not saved.

"Chassis": Programs of Adaptive

M suspension, refer to page 276, and

settings of Integral Active Steering,

refer to page 221.

Configuring M Setup

"Steering": programs of Servotronic,

refer to page 214.

1.

Press the button.

2. Select the desired setting.

Operation via M1/M2

General information

"Brake": programs of brake, refer to

page 214.

"M xDrive": programs of M xDrive, re-

fer to page 217.

The settings for the driving dynamics and drive

systems can be configured for the M1/M2 but-

tons and retrieved if required.

The following systems can also be configured

for M1/M2:

With activated M1 or M2 configuration, any

changes to the setting are immediately ap-

plied.

When M1/M2 is deactivated or reset, the driv-

ing dynamics and drive systems are reset to

their default settings.

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Safety information

Disabling M1/M2

Press the corresponding button on the steering

wheel.

Warning

Depending on the setting, Dynamic Stability

Control may be restricted or not available

when the M1 or M2 button is activated. There

is a risk of accidents and risk of property

damage. Note the settings for Dynamic Sta-

bility Control in iDrive and take any necessary

action. Modify your driving style and react, if

necessary.

Resetting M1/M2

1.

Press the button.

2. "M1 CONFIGURATION" or "M2

CONFIGURATION"

3. "Reset"

4. "Reset M1 settings."

To cancel resetting: "Cancel"

Configuring M1/M2

Display in the instrument cluster

1.

Press the button.

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Description

2. "M1 CONFIGURATION" or "M2

CONFIGURATION"

Icon illuminates: corresponding

configuration is activated.

3. Select the desired setting.

The individual settings are stored for the con-

figuration currently in use.

Alternatively, current system settings can be

directly saved to M1 or M2. To do this, press

and hold the desired button on the steering

wheel until an acoustic signal sounds.

Icon illuminates and "Function

cannot currently be activated."

appears: Configuration cannot

be activated due to current

driving situation.

Activating M1/M2

Press the corresponding button on the steering

wheel:

Reactivate configuration when

the lettering is not illuminated.

▷

Activate M1.

M MODE

▷

Activate M2.

Principle

Driver assistance and collision warning sys-

tems can be adapted to the situation via M

MODE.

"M1 CONFIGURATION" or "M2

CONFIGURATION": If DSC OFF or M Dynamic

Mode is set, a message is displayed on the

instrument cluster. This message is confirmed

by pressing the button again.

The display on the instrument cluster and

the Head-up display view change with the se-

lected drive mode.

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M MODE

General information

The following driving modes are available:

▷

"ROAD"

Driving modes

"SPORT"

ROAD drive mode

Safety information

▷

All available collision warning systems are

switched on.

Warning

▷

All available driver assistance systems are

active.

The system cannot serve as a substitute for

the driver’s personal judgment in assessing

visibility and traffic situation. There is a risk

of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic con-

ditions. Watch surrounding traffic closely and

actively intervene where appropriate

ROAD drive mode is activated after drive-

ready state is switched on.

SPORT drive mode

Depending on the equipment, the following

systems are deactivated:

▷

Speed control systems.

Warning

The vehicle automatically switches to ROAD

driving mode when you activate certain sys-

tems.

Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a

substitute for the driver’s personal judgment.

Due to its limits, the system may not issue

warnings or responses, or these may be is-

sued late or in a manner that is not consis-

tent with their normal use. There is a risk of

accident, injury, and property damage. Adjust

driving style to traffic conditions. Watch sur-

rounding traffic closely and actively intervene

where appropriate

Selecting the driving mode

ROAD and SPORT drive modes can only be

enabled when drive-ready state is switched

on.

1.

Press the button.

2. Select the desired setting.

Overview

In addition, the collision warning systems can

be adjusted.

Button in the vehicle

Additional information:

Collision warning systems, refer to page 177.

Display

The display changes according to the drive

mode selected. The view can be configured

individually.

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Selecting a program

Servotronic

Using the button

Principle

Servotronic is a speed-dependent power

steering function.

Press the button and select the desired

program on the control display.

The system provides the steering force with

more support at low speeds than at higher

ones. This makes it easier to park, for instance,

and makes steering firmer when driving at

faster speeds.

Via iDrive

Servotronic settings can be configured in M

Setup.

Additional information:

Furthermore, the steering force adapts to the

driving mode to convey a firm, sporty feel or a

comfortable steering response.

M Setup, refer to page 210.

Display in the instrument cluster

Overview

When the display for M Setup is acti-

vated in the instrument cluster, the se-

lected program is displayed.

Button in the vehicle

Additional information:

Central display area, refer to page 153

Brake

Principle

The sensitivity of the brake pedal motions to

the braking response can be adjusted.

SETUP

Overview

Programs

Button in the vehicle

Program

Steering force tuning

"COMFORT" Low steering forces, good

roadway feedback.

"SPORT"

High steering forces, maxi-

mum roadway feedback.

SETUP

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Skidding, which can lead to oversteering.

Programs

Loss of adhesion of the front wheels, which

can lead to understeering.

Program

Response characteristics

"COMFORT" Comfortable.

"SPORT" Direct.

Safety information

Warning

Selecting a program

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

to take over steering and braking at any time,

and actively intervene where appropriate.

Using the button

Press the button and select the desired

program on the control display.

Via iDrive

Brake settings can be configured in M Setup.

Additional information:

M Setup, refer to page 210.

Overview

Display in the instrument cluster

When the display for M Setup is acti-

vated in the instrument cluster, the se-

lected program is displayed.

Additional information:

Central display area, refer to page 153

Dynamic Stability Control

Principle

Dynamic Stability Control helps keep the vehi-

cle on a steady course in critical driving situa-

tions. The drive power is reduced depending

on the situation, and wheels can be braked

individually.

Activating/deactivating Dynamic

Stability Control

General information

Dynamic Stability Control is automatically acti-

vated whenever drive-ready state is switched

on.

General information

The system detects the following unstable

driving conditions, for instance:

If Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated, driv-

ing stability is limited when accelerating and

cornering.

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To support driving stability, reactivate Dynamic

Stability Control as soon as possible.

authorized service center or another qualified

service center or repair shop.

Activating/deactivating the system

Automatic program change

Dynamic Stability Control can be activated au-

tomatically by Forward Collision Mitigation de-

pending on the situation. Deactivate Forward

Collision Mitigation as necessary.

1.

Press the button to open the menu.

2. "DSC OFF"

Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated.

Additional information:

Forward Collision Mitigation with brake inter-

vention, refer to page 177.

3.

Press the button again to reactivate

Dynamic Stability Control.

After deactivating Dynamic Stability Control,

the program for M xDrive can be selected di-

rectly.

M Dynamic Mode

Dynamic Stability Control settings can be con-

figured in M Setup.

Principle

M Dynamic Mode allows a ride with high longi-

tudinal and lateral acceleration but with limited

driving stability.

Additional information:

M Setup, refer to page 210.

Only in the absolute limit range does the sys-

tem intervene for stabilization by reducing the

engine power and by brake interventions on

the wheels. In this driving condition, additional

steering corrections may be necessary.

Displays in the instrument cluster

View when Dynamic Stability

Control is deactivated.

General information

Depending on vehicle equipment, the active

M xDrive mode is: "4WD SPORT" when M Dy-

namic Mode is activated.

Indicator light illuminates: Dynamic

Stability Control is deactivated.

You may find it useful to briefly activate the

system under the following special circumstan-

ces:

Warning light flashes: Dynamic Stabil-

ity Control is regulating the driving and

brake power. The vehicle is stabilized.

Reduce speed and modify your driving style to

the driving circumstances.

▷

When rocking the vehicle free from deep

snow or driving off from loose ground.

▷

With an increased need for dynamics or

longitudinal acceleration, for instance when

driving on a race track.

Warning light illuminates: Dynamic Sta-

bility Control has failed or is initializing.

Driving stabilization is restricted or has

failed.

To support driving stability, reactivate Dynamic

Stability Control.

If the warning light illuminates continuously,

have the vehicle checked immediately by an

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Safety information

Display in the instrument cluster

Icon

Description

Warning

Display active and indicator

light illuminates:

When M Dynamic Mode is activated, stabi-

lizing interventions are carried out only to a

reduced extent. There is a risk of accident,

injury, and property damage. Adjust driving

style to traffic conditions. Watch surrounding

traffic closely and actively intervene where

appropriate Do not jerk the steering wheel in

response to a warning.

M Dynamic Mode is activated.

Dynamic Stability Control

warning light also flashes:

Overview

M Dynamic Mode controls the

driving and brake power.

Button in the vehicle

Indicator and warning lights il-

luminate:

The M Dynamic Mode or the

Dynamic Stability Control has

malfunctioned.

M xDrive

Dynamic Stability Control

Principle

M xDrive is the all-wheel-drive system of the

vehicle. The M xDrive and the Dynamic Stabil-

ity Control work together to optimize the trac-

tion and driving dynamics. M xDrive variably

distributes the drive forces to the front and rear

axles as demanded by the driving situation

and road condition.

Activate/deactivate the function

1.

Press the button to open the selec-

tion menu.

2. "MDM"

M Dynamic Mode is activated.

3.

Press the button again to reactivate

Dynamic Stability Control.

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▷

When the drive-ready state is switched on:

"4WD".

Overview

Button in the vehicle

When the M Dynamic Mode is activated:

"4WD SPORT".

When Dynamic Stability Control is deacti-

vated: "4WD".

Selecting a program

General information

Changing programs in dynamic driving situa-

tions is not possible.

SETUP

Using the button

Press the button and select the desired

program on the control display.

Programs

There arethree M xDrive programs available

when the DSC Dynamic Stability Control is de-

activated.

Via iDrive

M xDrive settings can be configured in M

Setup.

Program

Distribution of driving forces

Additional information:

"4WD"

Front and rear axles.

M Setup, refer to page 210.

"4WD

Front and rear axles.

SPORT"

Display in the instrument cluster

Main component, rear axle.

"4WD

SAND"

Front and rear axles.

Icon

Description

Traction-optimized configura-

tion for driving on loose

ground.

The indicator light is illumi-

nated and 4WD appears in the

instrument cluster:

Program is activated.

If "4WD SAND" is activated, Forward Collision

Mitigation is automatically deactivated.

The indicator light is illumi-

nated and 4WD Sport appears

in the instrument cluster:

Additional information:

Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 177.

Program is activated.

A program is activated automatically in the fol-

lowing situations:

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proves driving stability and steerability. If nec-

essary, the Antilock Braking System prevents

the wheels from locking.

Icon

Description

The indicator light is illumi-

nated and 4WD Sand appears

in the instrument cluster:

Hill Descent Control can be enabled at speeds

below approx. 25 mph/40 km/h.

Program is activated.

Speeds can be set between approx.

2 mph/3 km/h and approx. 20 mph/30 km/h.

When the vehicle is driving downhill, the sys-

tem reduces the speed to the set value, within

the physical limits.

Warning light illuminates:

The M xDrive system may not

be operational. Have the vehi-

cle checked immediately.

Hill Descent Control provides assistance when

driving in selector lever positions D, N, and R.

Display on the control display

Information on M xDrive can be selected in the

Live Vehicle menu.

Overview

The following information is displayed:

Button in the vehicle

▷

Distribution of drive torque to the wheels.

Longitudinal inclination: specified in per-

cent.

▷

Transverse inclination: specified in degrees.

Graph of wheel angle.

With navigation system: elevation for the

current position.

Additional information:

Live Vehicle, refer to page 139.

Hill Descent Control

Enabling/disabling Hill Descent

Control

Principle

Hill Descent Control is a downhill control fea-

ture that adjusts the vehicle speed on steep

downhill gradients, e.g., when driving on un-

paved roads.

Activating the system

Press the button.

The LED on the button illuminates.

Speeds between approx.

2 mph/3 km/h and approx. 20 mph/30 km/h

are adopted as the set speed.

General information

When the system is active, the vehicle moves

at the speed set by the driver, without the

driver having to depress the brake pedal.

While Hill Descent Control is regulating the ve-

hicle speed, the following functions are deacti-

vated:

While Hill Descent Control is adjusting the

speed, the system automatically distributes the

brake power to the individual wheels. This im-

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▷

Forward Collision Mitigation.

Emergency braking function of Active Park

Distance Control.

Additional information:

▷

Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to

page 177.

▷

Active Park Distance Control, refer to

page 266.

▷

Press rocker button up: Speed increases

gradually.

Deactivating the system

Press the button again.

Press rocker button up and hold: Speed in-

creases while the rocker button is pressed.

The LED on the button goes out.

Press rocker button down: Speed de-

creases gradually.

The system is automatically deacti-

vated above approx. 25 mph/40 km/h.

Press rocker button down and hold: Speed

decreases while the rocker button is

pressed.

Display in the instrument cluster

An icon and the selected set

speed are displayed.

Using the brake pedal

While Hill Descent Control is adjusting the

speed, the target speed set can be reduced by

depressing the brake pedal.

▷

Indicator green: Hill Descent

Control is active. The system

is actively braking the vehi-

cle.

▷

Indicator gray: Hill Descent Control is on

standby.

Malfunction

If a malfunction occurs, a Check Control mes-

sage is displayed on the instrument cluster.

Display in the Head-up display

The status of Hill Descent Control can also be

shown on the Head-up display.

Active M differential

The active M differential provides for continu-

ously variable locking of the rear axle differen-

tial depending on the driving situation. This

prevents an individual rear wheel from spin-

ning even when the Dynamic Stability Control

is turned off and in M Dynamic Mode, and thus

enables optimum traction in all driving situa-

tions.

Increasing or decreasing vehicle

speed

Using the rocker button for cruise

control

The set speed can be changed using the

cruise control rocker button on the steering

wheel.

The driver is responsible adapting his or her

driving style to the situation.

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Malfunction

Integral Active Steering

The warning light on the instrument

cluster illuminates.

Principle

A Check Control message is displayed.

The Integral Active Steering increases the ma-

neuverability of the vehicle and makes a more

direct steering response possible. Driving sta-

bility is also increased at high speeds.

The steering system may not be operational.

Integral Active Steering assistance may no lon-

ger be provided.

▷

Larger steering movements are required at

low speeds.

General information

Integral Active Steering combines variable

sport steering with active rear-wheel steering.

The response of the vehicle is more sensi-

tive in higher speed ranges.

The rear-wheel steering acts to increase ma-

neuverability at low speeds by turning the rear

wheels slightly in the opposite direction to the

front wheels.

Proceed cautiously and practice anticipa-

tory driving.

Have the vehicle checked by an authorized

service center or another qualified service cen-

ter or repair shop.

At higher speeds, the rear wheels are turned

in the same direction as the front wheels. For

instance, this results in a harmonious lane

change.

In critical driving situations, integral active

steering can stabilize the vehicle by automat-

ically steering the rear wheels, for example e.g.

when oversteering.

Setting

The system offers several different settings.

Using the settings in M setup, you can set the

system to comfortable or dynamic.

Additional information:

M Setup, refer to page 210.

Using snow chains

In order to guarantee free movement of the

wheels when operating with snow chains,

rear-wheel steering must be turned off when

snow chains are mounted.

Additional information:

Rear-wheel steering during operation with

snow chains, refer to page 355.

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