The Concept - BMW MINI series Owner's Manual

CONTROLS
Before unlocking the transmission lock man‐
ually, engage the parking brake forcefully to
prevent the vehicle from rolling away.
1. Loosen the sleeve of the selector lever.
2. Pull the sleeve over the selector lever. Un‐
plug the cable connector if needed.
3. Using the screwdriver from the onboard ve‐
hicle tool kit, refer to page 199, press the
yellow release lever downward, arrow.
4. Move the selector lever slightly toward the
rear; to do this press the unlock button on
the front of the selector lever.
Release the release lever.
5. Bring the selector lever into the desired po‐
sition.
Steptronic Sport transmission: Launch
Control

The concept

Launch Control enables optimum acceleration
on surfaces with good traction.
Hints
Component wear
Do not use Launch Control too often; oth‐
erwise, this may result in premature wear of
components due to the high stress placed on
the vehicle.◀
Do not use Launch Control during the break-in,
refer to page 134, period.
To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again
as soon as possible.
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An experienced driver may be able to achieve
better acceleration values in DSC OFF mode, re‐
fer to page 94.
Requirements
Launch Control is available when the engine is
warmed up, that is, after uninterrupted driving
of at least 6 miles/10 km.
To start with Launch Control do not steer the
steering wheel.
Start with launch control
While the engine is running:
1. Press button and select SPORT with
Driving Dynamics Control, refer to
page 96.
The instrument cluster displays TRACTION
in combination with SPORT. The DSC OFF
indicator lamp lights up.
2. Engage selector lever position S.
3. With the left foot, forcefully press down on
the brake.
4. Step on the accelerator pedal beyond the
resistance point at the full throttle position.
A flag symbol is displayed in the instrument
cluster.
5. The starting engine speed adjusts. Within
3 seconds, release the brake.
Before using Launch Control, allow the trans‐
mission to cool down for approx. 5 minutes.