BMW 1 Series M Coupe 2011 - Manual (Page 17)

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Controls Driving
Driving
Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all production, country, and
optional equipment that is offered in the model
range is described. For this reason, descrip-
tions will be given of some equipment that may
not be available in a vehicle, for example due to
the special options or national-market version
selected. This also applies to safety related
functions and systems.
Overboost
Overboost briefly increases the maximum
torque to 369 lb ft/500 Nm, e.g. for passing.
To activate it, press the accelerator down all the
way.
M Engine Dynamics Control
The concept
Die M Engine Dynamics Control permits you, at
the push of a button, to have your BMW react in
an even more sporty fashion when driving:
> Optimal use is made of the engine's speed
range.
> The engine reacts more spontaneously to
accelerator pedal movements.
> Cruise control:
The stored speed is reached more quickly.
Activating the system
Press the button on the steering wheel.
SPORT is displayed in the instrument cluster.
M Engine Dynamics Control is active.
Deactivating the system
Press the button on the steering wheel
again.
The SPORT displayed in the instrument cluster
goes out.
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