Mini 2009 Cooper User Manual

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Technology

r driving comfort

safety

Dynamic Traction Control DTC*

DTC is a type of DSC that is propulsion optimized
for special road conditions such as uncleared
snowy roads. The system ensures maximum
propulsion though with restricted driving stabil-
ity. You therefore need to drive with suitable
caution.
In the following exceptional situations, it can be
useful to briefly activate DTC:

when driving on snow-covered inclines, in
slush, or on uncleared snowy roads

when rocking the vehicle free, driving out of
deep snow or on loose surfaces

when driving with snow chains

Activating DTC

Press the button: the DTC indicator lamps come
on.

For better control

If the indicator lamp flashes:
DTC controls the driving and breaking
forces.
If the indicator lamps are on:
DTC is activated.

Deactivating DTC

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

Deactivating both DTC and DSC

Press the button for at least 3 seconds: the DSC
indicator lamps come on. The dynamic traction
control (DTC) and dynamic stability control (DSC)
are both deactivated. There will be no more sta-
bilizing interventions.
Interventions (differential lock) in braking occur
to improve propulsion when drive wheels are
rotating unevenly, even when the DSC is deacti-
vated.

Activating DSC

Press the button again: the indicator lamps go
out.

Hill Start Assist*

Hill Start Assist aids you in comfortably driving
off on inclines. It is not necessary to use the
parking brake for this.

Hold the MINI with the brake.

Release the brake and immediately drive
off.

Hill Start Assist holds the car in place for approx.
2 seconds after the brake is released.

Depending on the load and gradient, the
vehicle can roll backward slightly during

this period. After you release the brake, immedi-
ately start driving since the hill start assist only
holds the vehicle for about 2 seconds, and it will
start to roll backwards.