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Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
The concept
The vehicle will remain completely
operational, however, without DSC. In
the event of a fault, please consult your
BMW center.
DSC maintains vehicle stability, even in
critical driving situations.
DSC is operational every time you start
the engine.
Indicator and warning lamp for
Canadian models.
DSC incorporates the Dynamic Traction
Control (DTC) and Cornering Brake
Control (CBC) functions.
For information on vehicles with all-
wheel drive, refer to page 88 ff.
Indicator lamps
Deactivating the DSC/activating
the DTC
The indicator lamp in the instru-
ment cluster goes out shortly
after you switch on the ignition,
refer to page 19.
Press the DSC button briefly, the indi-
cator lamp comes on and remains lit.
DSC is deactivated; DTC is operational.
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The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con-
trols the drive and braking forces
The indicator lamp stays lit: DSC has
been switched off with the button;
DTC and DBC are operational. DTC
control intervention is not indicated.
In the following rare situations, it may
prove useful to activate the DTC for a
brief period:
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>When rocking the vehicle or starting
off in deep snow or on loose surfaces
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When driving on snow-covered
grades, in deep snow, or on a snow-
covered surface that has been
packed down from being driven on
When driving with snow chains.
The indicator lamp and the
brake warning lamp continu-
ously light up in yellow:
The DSC, DTC and DBC have
been switched off manually or
there is a system malfunction.
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Traction is increased by deactivating
the control systems that enhance trac-
tion under normal conditions.
Categories | BMW 3-Series Manuals, BMW Manuals |
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Tags | BMW 325i, BMW 325xi, BMW E46 |
Model Year | 2004 |
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