Driving stability control systems – Mini 2011 Clubman User Manual

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Driving stability control
systems

Your MINI has a number of systems that help to
maintain the vehicle's stability even in adverse
driving conditions.

The laws of physics cannot be repealed,
even with driving stability control systems.

An appropriate driving style always remains the
responsibility of the driver. Therefore do not
reduce the additional safety margin by engaging
in hazardous driving thereby running the risk of
an accident.

Antilock Brake System ABS

ABS prevents locking of the wheels during brak-
ing. Safe steering response is maintained even
during full braking. Active safety is thus
increased.
Braking safely, refer to page

ABS is operational every time you start the
engine.

Cornering Brake Control CBC

Driving stability and steering characteristics are
further enhanced while braking in turns or dur-
ing a lane change.

Electronic brake-force distribution EBV

The system controls the brake pressure in the
rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior.

Brake Assist

Rapidly depressing the brake causes this system
to automatically develop maximum braking
force. Thus, the system helps keep braking dis-
tance to a minimum. At the same time, all the
benefits provided by ABS are exploited.
Do not reduce the pressure on the brake for the
duration of the full braking application.

Dynamic Stability Control DSC

The concept

DSC prevents the driving wheels from losing
traction when you pull away from rest or accel-
erate.
DSC also detects unstable driving conditions
such as when the vehicle's rear end fishtails or
the vehicle is sliding on its front wheels. In these
cases, DSC helps the vehicle maintain a safe
course within physical limits by reducing engine
output and through braking actions at the indi-
vidual wheels.

Deactivating DSC

Press the button repeatedly until the DSC indica-
tor lamps come on. DSC is deactivated. Stabiliz-
ing and propulsion promoting actions are no
longer executed.
When driving with snow chains or to 'rock free'
in snow, it can be helpful to switch off DSC for a
brief period.
To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again
as soon as possible.

Activating DSC

Press the button again: the DSC indicator lamps
go out.

For better control

If the indicator lamp flashes:
The DSC controls the driving and break-
ing forces.
The indicator lamp in the display ele-
ments lights up:
DSC is deactivated.