Driving Stability Control Systems - BMW XM Owner's Manual

Driving stability control systems

Vehicle features and options
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.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Antilock Braking System
Principle
The Antilock Braking System prevents locking
of the wheels while braking.
You remain able to steer your vehicle even dur-
ing full braking, which increases active driving
safety.
General information
The Antilock Braking System is ready after
each time drive-ready state is turned on.
Malfunction
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.
Driving stability control systems
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Brake assistant
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.
To make full use of braking assistance, do not
reduce the pressure on the brake pedal during
full braking.
M Setup
Principle
The SETUP button is used to configure various
driving dynamics and drive systems.
General information
When the drive-ready state is switched on after
the idle state, an efficient vehicle condition is
active by default.
Overview
Button in the center console
SETUP
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