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BMW 550i xDrive Gran Turismo 2010 User Manual

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ignition is switched off, refer to page 65,

and

if position R or D is engaged.

If the ignition is switched off and position N
is engaged.

If the vehicle is standing with position R or D
engaged and you unfasten the belt of the
driver's seat and open the driver's door.

Kickdown

Kickdown is used to achieve maximum driving
performance. Press on the accelerator beyond
the resistance point at the full throttle position.

Engaging the transmission position

Transmission position P can only be disen‐
gaged if the engine is running and the brake
pedal is pressed.

With the vehicle stationary, press on the
brake pedal before shifting out of P or N;
otherwise, the shift command will not be
executed: shift lock.

Depress the brake until you start driv‐
ing

To prevent the vehicle from creeping after
you select a driving position, maintain pres‐
sure on the brake pedal until you are ready
to start.◀

Engaging D, R and N

Briefly push the selector lever in the desired di‐
rection, beyond a resistance point if necessary.
After releasing the selector lever, it returns to its
center position.

Press the Unlock button to:

Engage R.

Shift out of P.

Engaging P

Press button P.

Sport program and manual mode M/S

Activating the sport program

Push the selector lever to the left out of trans‐
mission position D.
DS is displayed in the instrument cluster.
This position is recommended for a perform‐
ance-oriented driving style.

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