2014 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 7 traction control

Operating the programsPress buttonProgramDSC OFF
TRACTIONSPORT+
SPORT
COMFORT
COMFORT+
ECO PRO
Automatic program change
The system may automatically reel to COM‐
FORT in the following situations:
▷Failure of Dynamic Damping Control.▷Failure of DSC Dynamic Stability Control.▷The vehicle has a flat tire.▷When activating cruise control in TRAC‐
TION or DSC OFF mode.
DSC OFF
Driving stability is limited during acceleration
and when driving in curves.
To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC
again as soon as possible.
Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF Press and hold this button but not lon‐
ger than approx. 10 seconds, until the
indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights up in the in‐
strument cluster and displays DSC OFF.
The DSC system is switched off.
Activating DSC Press button.
DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator
lamp go out.
Indicator/warning lights
When DSC OFF is activated, DSC OFF is dis‐
played in the instrument cluster.
The indicator lamp lights up: DSC OFF
is activated.
TRACTION Maximum traction on loose road surfaces. DTC
Dynamic Traction Control is switched on. Driv‐
ing stability is limited during acceleration and
when driving in curves.
Activating TRACTION Press button.
TRACTION is displayed in the instru‐
ment cluster and the indicator lamp for DSC
OFF lights up.
Deactivating TRACTION Press button again.
TRACTION and the DSC OFF indica‐
tor lamp go out.
Indicator/warning lights
If TRACTION is activated, TRACTION is dis‐
played in the instrument cluster.
The indicator lamp lights up: TRAC‐
TION is activated.
SPORT+ Sporty driving with optimized suspension and
adapted engine control with limited driving sta‐
bilization.
Dynamic Traction Control is switched on. The driver handles several of the stabilization
tasks.Seite 141Driving stability control systemsControls141
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Activating SPORT+Press button repeatedly until SPORT+
appears in the instrument cluster and
the DSC OFF indicator lamp lights up.
Automatic program change When switching on the adjustable speed limitor activating cruise control, the program auto‐
matically switches to SPORT mode.
Indicator/warning lights
SPORT+ is displayed in the instrument cluster.
The DSC OFF indicator lamp lights up:
Dynamic Traction Control is activated.
SPORT
Consistently sporty tuning of the suspension
and engine control for greater driving agility
with maximum driving stabilization.
The program can be configured to individual
specifications.
The configuration is stored for the profile cur‐
rently in use.
Activating SPORT Press button repeatedly until SPORT
is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Configuring SPORT When the display is activated on the Control
Display, refer to page 143, the SPORT driving
mode can be set.
After the SPORT driving mode is activated, se‐
lect "Configure SPORT" on the displayed
panel and configure the program.
SPORT can also be configured before it is acti‐
vated:1."Settings"2."SPORT mode" or: "Driving mode"3.Configure driving mode.This configuration is retrieved when the
SPORT driving mode is activated.
COMFORT For a balanced tuning with maximum driving
stabilization.
Activating COMFORT Press button repeatedly until COM‐
FORT is displayed in the instrument
cluster.
In certain situations, the system automatically
changes to the NORMAL program, automatic
program change, refer to page 141.
COMFORT+
Comfort-oriented tuning of the shock absorb‐ ers and adapted engine control for optimal
traveling comfort with maximum driving stabili‐
zation.
COMFORT+ activation Press button repeatedly until COM‐
FORT+ is displayed in the instrument
cluster.
ECO PROECO PRO, refer to page 195, provides consis‐
tent tuning to minimize fuel consumption for
maximum range with maximum driving stabili‐
zation.
Comfort functions and the engine controller
are adjusted.
Hybrid operation makes it possible to drive
with more electrical power.
The program can be configured to individual
specifications.
Activating ECO PRO Press button repeatedly until ECO
PRO is displayed in the instrument
cluster.Seite 142ControlsDriving stability control systems142
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The indicator lights in the instrument cluster
light up and the mark in the speedometer is set
to the current speed.
Cruise control can be used.
Switch off Deactivated or interrupted system
With deactivated or interrupted system
use your brakes, steering and moves as usual
to avoid the chance of an accident.◀
To switch off the system while standing, step
on brake pedal at the same time.
Press button on the steering wheel.▷If active: press twice.▷If interrupted: press once.
The displays go out. The stored desired speed
and distance are deleted.
Interrupting Press button on the steering wheel.
If interrupting the system while stationary,
press on the brake pedal at the same time.
The system is automatically interrupted in the
following situations:
▷When the brakes are applied.▷When selector lever position D is disen‐
gaged.▷When DTC Dynamic Traction Control is
activated or DSC is deactivated.▷When DSC is actively controlling stability.▷When SPORT+ is activated with Driving
Dynamics Control.▷If the safety belt and the driver's door are
opened while the vehicle is standing still.▷If the system has not detected objects for
an extended period, e.g., on a road with
very little traffic without curb or shoulder
markings.▷If the detection range of the radar is dis‐
rupted, e.g., by dirt or heavy fog.
Maintaining, storing, and changing the
speed
Hints Adjusting the desired speedModify desired speed to road conditions
and be ready to brake at all times; otherwise,
there is the risk of an accident.◀
Differences in speed
Large differences in speed relative to
other vehicles cannot be compensated by the
system such as in the following situations:
▷When fast approaching a slowly moving
vehicle.▷When another vehicle suddenly swerves
into the wrong lane.▷When stationary objects are approached at
high speed.◀
Maintaining/storing the speed
Press button.
Or:
Press the rocker reel while the system is inter‐
rupted.
When the system is switched on, the current
speed is maintained and stored as the desired
speed.
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Cruise controlThe concept The system maintains a preset speed via the
buttons on the steering wheel. The system
brakes on downhill gradients if engine braking
is insufficient.
General information
Depending on the driving settings, the features
of the cruise control can change in certain
areas.
Hints Unfavorable conditions
Do not use the system if unfavorable
conditions make it impossible to drive at a con‐
stant speed, e.g.:▷On winding roads.▷In heavy traffic.▷On slippery roads, in fog, snow or rain, or
on a loose road surface.
Otherwise, you could lose control of the vehi‐
cle and cause an accident.◀
Controls
At a glance
Press but‐
tonFunctionCruise control on/off, interrupt,
refer to page 151Store/maintain speed, refer to
page 152Resume speed, refer to
page 152Rocker reel:
Maintain, store, change speed,
refer to page 152Buttons are arranged according to vehicle's
series, optional features and country specifica‐
tions.
Switching on Press button on the steering wheel.
The marking in the speedometer is set to the
current speed.
The cruise control can be used.
Switch off Deactivated or interrupted system
With deactivated or interrupted system
use your brakes, steering and moves as usual
to avoid the chance of an accident.◀
Press button on the steering wheel.▷If active: press twice.▷If interrupted: press once.
The displays go out. The stored desired speed
is deleted.
Interrupting When active, press the button.
The system is automatically interrupted if:
▷The brakes are applied.▷Selector lever position D is disengaged.▷DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated
or DSC is deactivated.▷DSC is actively controlling stability.▷When SPORT+ is activated with Driving
Dynamics Control.Seite 151Driving comfortControls151
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Tire Identification NumberDOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 4314
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand
xxx: tire size and tire design
4314: tire age
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of
the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Tire age DOT … 4314: the tire was manufactured in the
43th week of 2014.
Recommendation
Regardless of wear and tear, replace tires at
least every 6 years.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder
and maximum section width.
For example: Treadwear 200; Traction AA;
Temperature A
DOT Quality Grades Treadwear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
All passenger car tires must conform to Fed‐
eral Safety Requirements in addition to these
grades.
TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov‐
ernment test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and one-half, 1 g,
times as well on the government course as a
tire graded 100. The relative performance of
tires depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart signifi‐
cantly from the norm due to variations in driv‐ing habits, service practices and differences in
road characteristics and climate.
Traction
The traction grades, from highest to lowest,
are AA, A, B, and C.
Those grades represent the tire's ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specified government
test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction performance.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction tests,
and does not include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
Temperature The temperature grades are A, the highest, B,
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the ma‐
terial of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire
life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds
to a level of performance which all passenger
car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Band
A represent higher levels of performance on
the laboratory test wheel than the minimum re‐
quired by law.
Temperature grade for this tire
The temperature grade for this tire is es‐
tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla‐
tion, or excessive loading, either separately or
in combination, can cause heat buildup and
possible tire failure.
If necessary, have the vehicle towed.◀Seite 207Wheels and tiresMobility207
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Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instruc‐
tions.
Make sure that the snow chains are always
sufficiently tight. Retighten as needed accord‐
ing to the chain manufacturer's instructions.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
When driving with snow chains, briefly activate
Dynamic Traction Control if needed.
Maximum speed with snow chains Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/hwhen using snow chains.Seite 211Wheels and tiresMobility211
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Coasting 78
Combination reel, refer to Turn signals 83
Combination reel, refer to Wiper system 84
Combustion engine, start‐ ing 76
COMFORT+ program, Driving Dynamics Control 142
Comfort Access 45
COMFORT program, Driving Dynamics Control 142
Computer 101
Condensation on win‐ dows 166
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 190
Condition Based Service CBS 219
Confirmation signal 49
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
ConnectedDrive Services
Contact with water, hybrid system 233
Continued driving with a flat tire 116 , 119
Control Display 18
Control Display, settings 104
Controller 18
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 138
Convenient opening with the remote control 39
Coolant 217
Coolant level 217
Coolant temperature 97
Cooling function 167
Cooling, maximum 167
Cooling system 217
Corrosion on brake discs 190
Cosmetic mirror 175
Cruise control 151 Cruise control, active with
Stop & Go 144
Cruise Control, refer to Active Cruise Control 144
Cruising range 98
Cupholder 181
Curb weight 241
D
Damage, tires 208
Damping control, dy‐ namic 140
Data, technical 240
Date 98
Daytime running lights 108
Deactivating drive readi‐ ness 77
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 166
Dehumidifying, air 167
Deleting personal data 24
Deletion of personal data 24
Departure time, parked-car ventilation 171
Destination distance 102
Digital clock 98
Dimensions 240
Dimmable exterior mirrors 68
Dimmable interior rearview mirror 69
Direction indicator, refer to Turn signals 83
Display, electronic, instru‐ ment cluster 90
Display in windshield 105
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 110
Displays, cleaning 237
Displays, hybrid system 91
Disposal, coolant 218
Disposal, vehicle battery 227
Distance control, refer to PDC 153
Distance to destination 102 Divided screen view, split
screen 23
Door lock 41
Door lock, refer to Remote control 36
Doors, Automatic Soft Clos‐ ing 42
DRIVE, Driving with combus‐ tion engine 79
Drive-off assistant 138
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 138
Driver assistance, refer to In‐ telligent Safety 120
Drive readiness in detail 76
Drive readiness states 75
Driving Assistant, refer to In‐ telligent Safety 120
Driving Dynamics Con‐ trol 140
Driving instructions, break- in 186
Driving instructions, hybrid system 186
Driving mode 140
Driving notes, general 188
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 138
Driving tips 188
Driving with combustion en‐ gine, DRIVE 79
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 138
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 139
Dynamic Damping Con‐ trol 140
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 138
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 139
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Slide/tilt glass roof 53
Smallest turning radius 240
Smoker's package 175
Snow chains 210
Socket 176
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ nostics 219
SOS button 228
Spare fuse 227
Speaker lighting 111
Specified engine oil types 216
Speed, average 102
Speed limit detection, com‐ puter 102
Speed limiter, display 99
Speed Limit Information 99
Speed warning 103
Split screen 23
SPORT+ - program, Dynamic Driving Control 141
Sport displays, torque dis‐ play, performance dis‐
play 103
SPORT program, driving dy‐ namics 142
Sport program, transmis‐ sion 88
Stability control systems 138
Standing air conditioning, re‐ mote control 49
Start/Stop button 75
Start function during malfunc‐ tion 37
Starting the combustion en‐ gine 76
Status control display, tires 117
Status information, iDrive 22
Status of Owner's Manual 7
Steering wheel, adjusting 69
Steering wheel heating 70
Steering wheel memory 66
Steptronic Sport transmis‐ sion 88
Steptronic transmission 87 Storage compartments 179
Storage compartments, loca‐ tions 179
Storage, tires 210
Storing the vehicle 237
Summer tires, tread 208
Sun visor 175
Supplementary text mes‐ sage 96
Surround View 155
Suspension settings 140
Switch for Dynamic Driving Control 140
Switch, refer to Cockpit 14
Symbols 6
Symbols in the status field 22
SYNC program, automatic cli‐ mate control 167
T Tachometer 97
Tail and brake lights 224
Tail lights 224
Tail lights, bulb replace‐ ment 224
Technical changes, refer to Safety 7
Technical data 240
Telephone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communication
Temperature, automatic cli‐ mate control 166
Temperature display for ex‐ ternal temperature 97
Temperature, engine oil 97
Terminal, starting aid 230
Text message, supplemen‐ tary 96
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 50
Theft protection, lug bolts 226
Thermal camera, see Night Vision 129 Thigh support 57
Tilt alarm sensor 50
Time of arrival 102
Tire damage 208
Tire identification marks 206
Tire inflation pressure 204
Tire inflation pressure moni‐ tor, refer to FTM 115
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 117
Tires, changing 209
Tires, everything on wheels and tires 204
Tires, run-flat tires 210
Tire tread 208
Tone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Tool 221
Top View 159
Total vehicle weight 241
Touchpad 21
Tow fitting 232
Towing 231
Tow lug, see tow fitting 232
Tow-starting 231
TPM Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor 117
Traction control 139
TRACTION, driving dynam‐ ics 139
TRACTION program, Dy‐ namic Driving Control 141
Transmission lock, electronic unlocking 89
Transmission, see Steptronic transmission 87
Transporting children safely 71
Tread, tires 208
Trip computer 102
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion 83
Trip odometer 97
Trunk lid, automatic 43
Trunk lid closing 43 Seite 250ReferenceEverything from A to Z250
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