Thread: Driving Modes
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      10-17-2014, 01:20 PM   #15
ramsal
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Drives: 2017 X5 & 2018 M3
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MattBianco View Post
See Manual (US) pages 80 and 81. Text:


"Sport automatic 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; otherwise, this may result in premature wear of components due to the high stress placed on the vehicle.◀

Did not use Launch Control during the break- in, refer to page 190, period.
To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again as soon as possible.

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 or select with the Driving Dynamics Control Sport+.
TRACTION is displayed in the instrument cluster and the indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights up.

2. Engaging the transmission position S

3. With the left foot, forcefully press down on
the brake.

4. Press and hold down the accelerator pedal beyond the resistance point at the full throttle position.
A flag symbol appears 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.

Launch Control adjusts to the surrounding conditions, e.g., wet pavement, when used again."
thanks guys! - I was not aware of this, will have to try this when wife is not in the car
Appreciate 0