BMW serie 3 sport wagon 2002 Manual Do Utilizador

Overview

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Automatic Stability Control plus Traction (ASC+T)

The concept

This system optimizes vehicle stability
and traction, especially when just
starting off, when accelerating or when
going through curves.
ASC+T recognizes the danger present
in traction loss and will increase driving
stability and traction by reducing the
engine's output, and if necessary, by
applying the brakes to the rear wheels.

ASC+T is ready each time you start the
engine.

Indicator lamp

The indicator lamp in the instru-
ment cluster will go out shortly
after the ignition has been

switched on, refer to pages

The indicator lamp flashes:
ASC+T controls the drive and braking
forces.

The indicator lamp fails to go out
after the engine is started, or it

comes on during normal driving and
stays on:
There is a system malfunction or the
system was switched off with the
button. Consequently, interventions to
increase driving stability (as described
in the preceding column) are no longer
available. You can still drive the vehicle
perfectly well without ASC+T.
In the event of a fault, please consult
your BMW center, refer to
pages

To switch off ASC+T

Press the button; the indicator lamp
comes on and stays on.

The illustration depicts the arrangement
of the buttons if the vehicle is fully
equipped. This may vary, depending on
the equipment actually installed.

In the following rare situations, it may
be effective to switch off the ASC+T for
a brief 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 ASC+T acti-

vated whenever possible.