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BMW 335i xDrive Sedan 2014 User Manual

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Gears will only be shifted at appropriate engine
and road speeds, for example downshifting is
not possible if the engine speed is too high.
The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in‐
strument cluster, followed by the current gear.

Displays in the instrument cluster

The selector lever position is dis‐
played, e.g.: P.

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

162

, period.

To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC
again as soon as possible.
An experienced driver may be able to achieve
better acceleration values in DSC OFF mode.

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.

Engage gear 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.

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