BMW X1 Owner's Handbook Manual page 84

Controls
4. Move the selector lever back slightly, by
pressing on the unlock button on the front
of the selector lever.
Release the release lever.
5. Put the selector lever in the desired posi‐
tion.
Steptronic Sport transmission:
Launch Control
Principle
Launch Control allows optimised acceleration
when driving off on a non-slip road surface.
General
Using Launch Control leads to preliminary
component wear, as this function represents a
very heavy load for the vehicle.
Do not use Launch Control when running in,
see page 178.
To support the driving stability, re-activate
DSC as soon as possible.
An experienced driver may be able to achieve
better acceleration values in DSC OFF mode.
Requirements
Launch Control is available with an engine at
operating temperature, so after an uninterrup‐
ted drive of at least 10 km, approximately
6 miles.
To start with Launch Control, do not engage
the steering wheel.
Starting with Launch Control
With the engine running:
1. Press button and select SPORT
with drive experience switch.
TRACTION is displayed in instrument clus‐
ter in combination with SPORT and DSC
OFF indicator light is illuminated.
2. Engage selector lever position S.
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3. Depress the brake forcefully with your foot.
4. Press the accelerator pedal down beyond
the resistance at the full-throttle position
and hold, kick-down.
A flag symbol is shown in the instrument
cluster.
5. The engine speed when driving off is regu‐
lated. Release the brake within 3 seconds.
Before using Launch Control again, allow the
transmission to cool down for about 5 minutes.