2014 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 7 suspension

Otherwise, driving safety is not given in driv‐
ing-critical situation due to the elevated center
of gravity.◀
At a glance
Button in the vehicle
DSC OFF button
Indicator/warning lights The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con‐
trols the drive and braking forces.
The indicator lamp lights up: DSC has
failed.
Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF
When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is
reduced during acceleration and when driving
in curves.
To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC
again as soon as possible.
Deactivating DSC 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.
The steering and, depending on the equip‐
ment, suspension are tuned for sporty driving.
Activating DSC
Press button.
DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator
lamp go out.
Indicator/warning lights
When DSC is deactivated, DSC OFF is dis‐
played in the instrument cluster.
The indicator lamp lights up: DSC is
deactivated.
DTC Dynamic Traction
Control
The concept The DTC system is a version of the DSC where
forward momentum is optimized.
The system ensures maximum headway on
special road conditions or loose road surfaces,
e.g., unplowed snowy roads, but with some‐
what limited driving stability.
Activating the Dynamic Traction Control DTC
provides maximum traction. Driving stability is
limited during acceleration and when driving in
curves.
Therefore drive with appropriate caution.
You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC
under the following special circumstances:▷When driving in slush or on uncleared,
snow-covered roads.▷When freeing vehicle from deep snow or
driving off from loose grounds.▷When driving with snow chains.
Deactivating/activating DTC Dynamic
Traction Control
Activating DTC Press button.
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TRACTION is displayed in the instrument clus‐
ter and the indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights
up.
Deactivating DTC Press button again.
TRACTION and the DSC OFF indica‐
tor lamp go out.
Indicator/warning lights
If DTC is activated, TRACTION is displayed in
the instrument cluster.
The indicator lamp lights up: DTC Dy‐
namic Traction Control is activated.
Dynamic Damping Control The conceptThis system reduces undesirable vehicle mo‐
tion when using a dynamic driving style or trav‐
eling on uneven road surfaces.
The system enhances driving dynamics and
comfort fitting road surface and driving style.
Programs The system offers several different programs.
Select the programs via the Driving Dynamics
Control, refer to page 140.
SPORT/SPORT+
Consistently sporty control of the shock ab‐
sorbers for greater driving agility.
COMFORT/ECO PRO Balanced tuning.
COMFORT+
Comfort-oriented tuning of the shock absorb‐ ers for optimal traveling comfort.Self-leveling suspension
The concept The self-leveling suspension keeps the vehicle
height and ground clearance constant. The
height of the vehicle at the rear axle is main‐
tained at a predefined level under all load con‐
ditions.
The system ensures consistent comfort by
keeping spring travel constant in all driving sit‐
uations.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed. The system is disrupted. Vehicle handling may be
altered and driving comfort may be noticeably
reduced. Visit your nearest service center.
Driving Dynamics Control The concept
The Driving Dynamics Control can be used to
adjust the driving dynamics of the vehicle. For
this purpose various programs are available for
selection that are activated via the two buttons
of the Driving Dynamics Control and the DSC
OFF-button.
At a glance
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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
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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
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RSC – Run-flat tires
Run-flat tires, refer to page 210, are labeled
with a circular symbol containing the letters
RSC marked on the sidewall.
M+S Winter and all-season tires with better cold
weather performance than summer tires.
Tire tread Summer tires
Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than
0.12 in/3 mm.
There is an increased danger of hydroplaning if
the tire tread depth is less than 0.12 in/3 mm.
Winter tires Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than
0.16 in/4 mm.
Below a tread depth of 0.16 in/4 mm, tires are
less suitable for winter operation.
Minimum tread depth
Wear indicators are distributed around the
tire's circumference and have the legally re‐
quired minimum height of 0.063 in/1.6 mm.
They are marked on the side of the tire with
TWI, Tread Wear Indicator.
Tire damage
General information Inspect your tires often for damage, foreign
objects lodged in the tread, and tread wear.
Hints Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces,
as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles
can cause serious damage to wheels, tires and
suspension parts. This is more likely to occur
with low-profile tires, which provide less cush‐
ioning between the wheel and the road. Be
careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your
speed, especially if your vehicle is equipped
with low-profile tires.
Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de‐
fects:▷Unusual vibrations while driving.▷Unusual handling such as a strong ten‐
dency to pull to the left or right.
Damage can, e. g., be caused by driving over
curbs, road damage, or similar things.
In case of tire damage
If there are indications of tire damage, re‐
duce your speed immediately and have the
rims and tires checked right away; otherwise,
there is the increased risk of an accident.
Drive carefully to the nearest service center.
Have the vehicle towed or transported there.
Otherwise, tire damage can become life threat‐
ening for vehicle occupants and also other traf‐
fic.◀
Repair of tire damage
For safety reasons, the manufacturer of
your vehicle recommends that you do not have
damaged tires repaired; they should be re‐
placed. Otherwise, damage can occur as a re‐
sult.◀
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Rear automatic climate con‐trol 169
Rear lights 224
Rear seats 59
Rear seats, basic position 61
Rear sockets 177
Rear vanity mirror 69
Rearview camera 155
Rearview mirror 67
Rear window defroster 167
Recirculated-air mode 167
Recommended fuel grade 202
Recommended tire brands 209
Refueling 200
Remaining range 98
Remote control/key 36
Remote control, auxiliary air conditioning, key 172
Remote control, malfunc‐ tion 40
Remote control, univer‐ sal 173
Replacement fuse 227
Replacing parts 221
Replacing wheels/tires 209
Reporting safety defects 10
RES button 147
RES button, see Active Cruise Control, ACC 144
RES button, see Cruise con‐ trol 151
Reserve warning, refer to Range 98
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 118
Residual cooling 171
Residual heat, automatic cli‐ mate control 168
Retaining straps, securing cargo 192
Retreaded tires 209
Reversing lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 224
Roadside parking lights 108 Roller sunblinds 52
RON recommended fuel grade 202
Roofliner 17
Roof load capacity 241
Roof-mounted luggage rack 192
Rope for tow-starting/ towing 231
RSC Run Flat System Com‐ ponent, refer to Run-flat
tires 210
Rubber components, care 236
Run-flat tires 210
S Safe braking 189
Safety 7
Safety belt reminder for driv‐ er's seat and front passen‐
ger seat 63
Safety belts 62
Safety belts, care 236
Safety of the hybrid sys‐ tem 232
Safety Package, refer to Ac‐ tive Protection 135
Safety reel, windows 52
Safety systems, airbags 112
Saving fuel 194
Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ play 18
Screwdriver, see Onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit 221
Screw thread, see screw thread for tow fitting, screw
thread for tow fitting 232
Seat belts, refer to Safety belts 62
Seat heating, front 59
Seat heating, rear 61
Seating position for chil‐ dren 71 Seat, mirror, and steering
wheel memory 66
Seats 56
Seats, front 56
Seats, rear 59
Seat ventilation, front 59
Seat ventilation, rear 62
Selection list in instrument cluster 101
Selector lever, Steptronic transmission 87
Self-leveling suspension, air suspension 140
Self-leveling suspension, malfunction 140
Sensors, care 237
Service and warranty 8
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service
CBS 219
Service requirements, dis‐ play 98
Service, Roadside Assis‐ tance 229
Services, ConnectedDrive
SET button, see Active Cruise Control, ACC 144
SET button, see Cruise con‐ trol 151
Settings, locking/unlock‐ ing 48
Settings on Control Dis‐ play 104
Settings, storing for seat, mir‐ rors, steering wheel 66
Shift paddles on steering wheel 88
Shoulder support 58
Side airbags 112
Side View 158
Signaling, horn 14
Signals when unlocking 49
Silent Start, electric drive readiness 76
Sitting safely 56
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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
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