BMW E87 2009 Owner's Handbook Manual page 75

Deactivating DSC
Press the button for at least 3 seconds; the indi-
cator lights for DSC in the instrument cluster
light up. Both Dynamic Traction Control DTC
and DSC are deactivated. The stabilising and
traction-improving effects are no longer availa-
ble.
In the same way as with a differential interlock
brake intervention takes place on the rear axle if
the drive wheels spin severely, improving for-
ward momentum even if the DSC is disabled.
Reactivate DSC a soon as possible in order to
support driving stability.
Activating DSC
Press the button; the indicator lights for DSC in
the instrument cluster go out.
As a check
If the indicator light is flashing.
DSC is regulating the propulsive and
braking forces.
If the indicator lights are on:
DSC is deactivated.
Dynamic Traction Control DTC
DTC is a traction-optimised version of DSC
intended for use in special circumstances, such
as roads covered by deep snow. Under these
circumstances the system ensures maximum
forward traction, but at a certain cost in terms of
stability. Consequently, you must exercise suit-
able caution when driving under these condi-
tions.
In the following exceptional situations it may be
best to activate DTC for a short time:
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> When driving uphill on snow-covered roads,
in slush or on unploughed, snow-covered
roads
> If the car has to be rocked out of or started in
deep snow or on a loose surface
> If snow chains are fitted
Activating DTC
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Press the button; the indicator lights for DTC in
the instrument cluster come on.
As a check
If the indicator light is flashing.
DTC is regulating the propulsive and
braking forces.
If the indicator lights are on:
DTC is activated.
Deactivating DTC
Press the button again; the indicator lights for
DTC in the instrument cluster go out.
Drive-off assistant 130i
The drive-off assistant enables you to drive off
smoothly on uphill gradients. It is not necessary
to use the handbrake for this.
1. Hold the vehicle in place by depressing the
brake.
2. Release the brake and drive off without
delay.
The drive-off assistant holds the vehicle
in place for approx. 2 seconds after the
brake is released. After releasing the brake,
drive off without delay. After approx. 2 seconds,
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