BMW Automobile 320i Benutzeranleitung
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Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) – 325xi, 330xi
The concept
DSC maintains vehicle stability, even in
critical driving situations.
critical driving situations.
The DSC is operational every time you
start the engine.
start the engine.
DSC includes the Automatic Differential
Brake (ADB-X) and Cornering Brake
Control (CBC) functions.
Brake (ADB-X) and Cornering Brake
Control (CBC) functions.
Indicator lamps
The indicator lamp in the instru-
ment cluster goes out shortly
after the ignition has been
ment cluster goes out shortly
after the ignition has been
> The indicator lamp flashes: DSC is
actively controlling drive torque and
braking intervention
braking intervention
> The indicator lamp stays lit: DSC has
been switched off with the button;
ADB-X is operational. ADB-X control
intervention is not indicated.
ADB-X is operational. ADB-X control
intervention is not indicated.
If the indicator lamp fails to go out
when you press the DSC button,
when you press the DSC button,
this indicates a malfunction in the DSC
and ADB-X systems; the system is
deactivated, and the stability enhance-
ment functions are no longer avail-
able.
and ADB-X systems; the system is
deactivated, and the stability enhance-
ment functions are no longer avail-
able.
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The vehicle will remain completely
operational, however, without DSC. In
the event of a fault, please consult your
BMW center.
operational, however, without DSC. In
the event of a fault, please consult your
BMW center.
To deactivate DSC
Press the DSC button; the indicator
lamp comes on and stays on.
lamp comes on and stays on.
DSC is now off, and ADB-X reverts to
its maximum torque-transfer mode.
its maximum torque-transfer mode.
In the following exceptional circum-
stances, it may be effective to deacti-
vate the DSC for a short period:
> When rocking the vehicle or starting
stances, it may be effective to deacti-
vate the DSC for a short period:
> When rocking the vehicle or starting
off in deep snow or on loose surfaces
> When driving with snow chains.
To maintain vehicle stability,
always drive with the DSC acti-
always drive with the DSC acti-
vated whenever possible.
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