traction control BMW X1 2014 E84 Owner's Manual
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All around the center console1Headliner 172Control Display 183Air vent 1114Hazard warning system 255Central locking system 355Automatic climate control 1086Glove compartment 1237Radio and CD/DVD drive 166
Programmable memory buttons 228PDC Park Distance Control 103
rearview camera 105HDC Hill Descent Control 99Deactivate the Automatic Engine
Start/Stop Function 59DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐
trol 97
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐
trol 98ECO PRO 1389Selector lever with automatic transmis‐
sion 6510Controller with buttons 18Seite 16At a glanceCockpit16
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Driving stability control systemsVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series. Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems.
When using the features and systems descri‐
bed here, adhere to local regulations.
Antilock Brake System ABS ABS prevents locking of the wheels during
braking.
The vehicle remains steerable even during full
brake applications, thus increasing active
safety.
ABS is operational every time you start the en‐
gine.
Electronic brake-force
distribution
The system controls the brake pressure in the
rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior.
Brake assistant When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system
automatically produces the maximum braking
force boost. It thus helps to achieve the short‐
est possible braking distance during full brak‐
ing. This system utilizes all of the benefits pro‐
vided by ABS.
Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal
for the duration of the full braking.Dynamic Stability Control
DSC
The concept DSC prevents traction loss in the driving
wheels when driving away and accelerating.
DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle condi‐
tions, such as fishtailing or nose-diving. Sub‐
ject to physical limits, DSC helps to keep the
vehicle on a steady course by reducing engine
speed and by applying brakes to the individual
wheels.
Adjust your driving style to the situation
An appropriate driving style is always the
responsibility of the driver.
The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even
with DSC.
Do not reduce the additional safety margin
with a risky driving style, as otherwise there is
a risk of an accident.◀
Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is
reduced during acceleration and when driving
in bends.
To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC
again as soon as possible.
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Press and hold the button, but not lon‐
ger than approx. 10 seconds, until the
indicator lamp for DSC lights up in the instru‐
ment cluster and DSC OFF is displayed. DTC
Dynamic Traction Control and DSC are deacti‐
vated together.
In the interest of better forward momentum,
brake intervention is performed in the manner
of a differential lock when the drive wheels spin
quickly even if DSC is deactivated.
Activating DSC Press the button.
DSC OFF and the indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster go out.
For better control The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con‐
trols the drive forces and brake forces.
The indicator lamp lights up: DSC and
DTC has failed.
DSC deactivated: The indicator lamp lights up and
DSC OFF appears in the instrument
cluster.
DSC and DTC deactivated.
Dynamic Traction Control
DTC
The concept The DTC system is a version of the DSC in
which forward momentum is optimized.
The system ensures maximum forward mo‐
mentum on special road conditions, e.g., unp‐
lowed snowy roads, but driving stability is lim‐
ited.
It is therefore necessary to drive with appropri‐
ate caution.
You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC
under the following special circumstances:▷When driving in sand, on snowy inclines, in
slush, or on unplowed, snow-covered road
surfaces▷When rocking a vehicle free or starting off
in deep snow, sand, or on loose ground▷When driving with snow chains.
Deactivating/activating DTC Dynamic
Traction Control
Activating the Dynamic Traction Control DTC
provides maximum traction on loose ground.
Driving stability is limited during acceleration
and when driving in bends.
Activating DTC
Press the button.
TRACTION is displayed in the instru‐
ment cluster and the indicator lamp for
DSC OFF lights up.
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Deactivating DTCPress the button again.
TRACTION and the indicator lamp in
the instrument cluster go out.
For better control The indicator lamp flashes: DTC con‐
trols the drive forces and brake forces.
The indicator lamp lights up: DSC and
DTC has failed.
DTC activated: The indicator lamp lights up and
TRACTION appears in the instrument
cluster.
DTC is activated.
Performance Control
Performance Control enhances the agility of
your vehicle. To enhance performance during
sporty driving, the rear wheel on the inside of
the curve is braked while the resulting braking
effect is largely compensated by engine inter‐
vention.
xDrivexDrive is the all-wheel-drive system of your ve‐
hicle. The combined effects of xDrive and DSC
further optimize the traction and dynamic driv‐
ing characteristics. The 4-wheel drive system
xDrive variably distributes the drive forces to
the front and rear axle depending on the driv‐
ing situation and prevailing road conditions.
Hill Descent Control HDC
The concept HDC is a downhill driving assistant that auto‐
matically controls vehicle speed on steep
downhill gradients. Without requiring brake ap‐
plication, the vehicle moves at slightly more
than twice walking speed.
You can activate the Hill Descent Control at
speeds below approx. 22 mph/35 km/h. When
driving downhill at below approx.
22 mph/35 km/h, the vehicle reduces its speed
to approx. twice walking speed and keeps it
constant.
While you are actively braking, the system is
on standby. The system does not brake the
vehicle during this time.
Increasing or reducing speed
The speed can be changed in the range from
roughly twice walking speed to approx.
15 mph/25 km/h by pressing the accelerator or
brake pedal lightly.
A target speed within the same range can be
specified using the lever of the cruise control.1Increasing speed2Decreasing speedSeite 99Driving stability control systemsControls99
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▷Use Hill Descent Control HDC, refer to
page 99, on steep downhill grades.▷Watch for stones, holes, and other obsta‐
cles and drive around these where possi‐
ble.▷On bumps and rough roads, avoid contact
between the vehicle body and the ground.
The maximum ground clearance is 8 in‐
ches/20 cm and may vary with the loaded
cargo.▷When driving through water, do not exceed
the maximum water height of 12 in‐
ches/30 cm and drive at walking speed.▷After driving through water, press on the
brake pedal several times at low speeds to
dry the brakes.▷Depending on the prevailing terrain, acti‐
vate Dynamic Traction Control DTC, refer
to page 98, briefly.▷When the wheels spin, accelerate to ena‐
ble the driving stability control systems to
distribute the drive force to the individual
wheels.
After driving on poor roads
Adhere to the following points to ensure vehi‐
cle safety:
▷Remove excessive accumulations of dirt
and mud from the vehicle body.▷Clear mud, snow, ice, etc., from the wheels
and tires and check for damage.Seite 133Things to remember when drivingDriving tips133
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changed; for example, gas stations might not
be in operation.
Opening the search for specialdestinations
Selection of special destinations, such as ho‐
tels or tourist attractions.1."Navigation"2."Points of Interest"3.Select the search function.
Online Search
1."Google™ Local Search"2.Select a special destination.3. Select the symbol.4."Start guidance"
A-Z search
1."A-Z search"2."Town/City"3.Select or enter the town/city.4."Category"5.Select the category.6."Category details"
For some special destinations, multiple
category details can be selected. Move the
controller to the left to leave the category
details.7."Keyword"8.Enter the keyword.
A list of the special destinations is dis‐
played.9.Select a special destination.
Details are displayed.
If multiple details are stored, you can leaf
through the pages.
If a phone number is available, a connec‐
tion can be established if necessary.10. Select the symbol.11."Start guidance" or "Add as another
destination"
Add a destination as a further destination,
refer to page 151.
"Start search": if a search term is not entered,
the search is repeated with the previous
search term.
Category search
1."Category search"2."Town/City"3.Select or enter the town/city.4."Category"5.Select the category.6."Category details"
For some special destinations, multiple
category details can be selected. Move the
controller to the left to leave the category
details.7."Start search"
A list of the special destinations is dis‐
played.8.Select a special destination.
Details are displayed.
If multiple details are stored, you can leaf
through the pages.
If a phone number is available, a connec‐
tion can be established if necessary.9. Select the symbol.10."Start guidance" or "Add as another
destination"
Add a destination as a further destination,
refer to page 151.
Display of special destinations
List of special destinations: special destina‐
tions are arranged by distance and appear with
a directional arrow pointing to the special des‐
tination.
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▷Corresponding mobile wireless contract.
Any additionally incurred costs are not a
part of Apps.▷Use only BMW approved software applica‐
tions; otherwise, it may result in malfunc‐
tions.
Information about suitable mobile phones,
available software applications and their instal‐
lation can be found at www.bmw.com/connec‐
tivity or at the service center.
Create the entries.
Make entries only when traffic and road
conditions allow. Otherwise, the vehicle occu‐
pants and other road users may be put in dan‐
ger because of the distraction from driving.
For reasons of safety, some software applica‐
tions are usable only while the vehicle is sta‐
tionary.◀
Operating Apps
1.Connect the mobile phone via the snap-in
adapter or via the USB audio interface.2."ConnectedDrive"3.Select the desired software application.
Displaying status
Information about the currently available soft‐
ware applications can be displayed.
1."ConnectedDrive"2."BMW apps"
Notes
▷The ranges of Apps that can be displayed
on the Control Display depend on the
range of installed software applications on
the mobile phone.▷The data transmission of the software ap‐
plications from the mobile phone to the ve‐
hicle can last some time. Some software
applications depend on the speed of the
available Internet connection of the mobile
phone.▷Some mobile phones cannot simultane‐
ously use Apps and the Bluetooth hands-
free system.
If necessary, restart the software applica‐
tion on the mobile phone after a phone
conversation.
Remote Services
With Remote Services, a connection can be
established between a mobile phone and the
vehicle. This connection can be used, for ex‐
ample, to lock and unlock the vehicle.
Depending on the vehicle, additional functions
may be available.
To be able to use the functions, the My BMW
Remote app must be downloaded. Operation
takes place via the app.
Alternatively, the functions can also be used
via the ConnectedDrive Hotline.
The operating instructions for the My BMW
Remote app can be found on the Connected‐
Drive portal or at www.bmw.com.
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Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality 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
Conform to Federal Safety Requirements
All passenger car tires must conform to
Federal Safety Requirements in addition to
these grades.◀
Treadwear The 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 1/2) 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 B
and A represent higher levels of performance
on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required 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.◀
RSC – Run-flat tires
The symbol identifying run-flat tires is a circle
with the letters RSC on the sidewall, refer to
page 239.
M+S
Winter and all-season tires.
These have better winter properties than
summer tires.
XL
Designation for specially reinforced tires.
Tire treadSummer tires
Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than
0.12 in/3 mm.Seite 236MobilityWheels and tires236
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Cruise control 101
Cruise control– Malfunction 103
Cupholder 125
Curb weight, refer to Weights 268
Current fuel consumption 72
Current location, storing 146
Curve lights, refer to Adaptive Light Control 84
D
Dashboard lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 87
Dashboard, refer to Cock‐ pit 12
Data, technical 268
Date
– Date format 77– Setting 76
Daytime running lights 84
Daytime running lights, bulb replacement 251
Defroster
– Rear window 111
Destination entry via the ad‐
dress book 146
Destination guidance 153
Destination guidance with in‐ termediate destinations 151
Destination input, naviga‐ tion 144
Digital clock 71
Digital compass 115
Digital radio 167
Dimming mirrors 50
Directional indicators, refer to Turn signals 62
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 87
Displays and controls 12
Displays, care 264
Displays, cleaning 264
Displays, refer to Instrument cluster 14
Disposal, coolant 244
Disposal, vehicle battery 254
Distance warning, refer to Park Distance Control
PDC 103
Divided rear seat backrest, re‐ fer to Enlarging the cargo
area 119
Divided screen view, split screen 22
Door key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 30
Door lock 34
Doors, manual operation 35
Doors, unlocking and locking– Confirmation signals 33– From the inside 35– From the outside 32
DOT Quality Grades 236
Downhill control 99
Draft-free ventilation 111
Drive-off assistant 100
Driving away on inclines, refer to Drive-off assistant 100
Driving notes, breaking in 130
Driving notes, general 130
Driving on poor roads 132
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 97
Driving through water 131
Driving tips, refer to Driving notes 130
Dry air, refer to Cooling func‐ tion 110
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 97
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 98
DTMF suffix dialing 202
DVD/CD 174
DVDs, storing 179
DVD, video 176
Dynamic destination guid‐ ance 160
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 97
Dynamic Traction Control
DTC 98
E
ECO PRO 138
ECO PRO display 138
ECO PRO driving mode 138
ECO PRO mode 138
EfficientDynamics, refer to Saving fuel 137
Electrical malfunction– Door lock 35– Driver's door 35– Fuel filler flap 227– Tailgate 36
Electric seat adjustment 45
Electronic brake-force distri‐ bution 97
Electronic engine oil level check 241
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to Dynamic Sta‐
bility Control DSC 97
Emergency activation
– Automatic transmission, re‐
fer to Overriding selector
lever lock 67
Emergency operation
– Door lock, refer to Manual
operation 35
Emergency operation, fuel
filler flap, unlocking man‐
ually 227
Emergency Request 255
Energy-conscious driving, re‐ fer to Current fuel consump‐
tion 72
Energy, saving
– Automatic Engine Start/
Stop Function 59
Energy, saving, refer to Sav‐
ing fuel 137
Engine, breaking in 130
Engine compartment 240
Engine coolant, refer to Cool‐ ant 244
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Storage compartmentnets 125
Storage compart‐ ments 123, 125
Storage, tires 239
Storing the seat position, re‐ fer to Seat and mirror mem‐
ory 48
Storing the vehicle 264
Street, entering for naviga‐ tion 145
Summer tires, refer to Wheels and tires 230
Summer tires, tread 236
Sun visor 117
Switches, refer to Cockpit 12
Switching off, engine 59
Switching off, vehicle 59
Switch-on times, parked-car ventilation 112
Symbols 6
T Tachometer 72
Tailgate 35
Tailgate– Comfort Access 37– Emergency operation, refer
to Opening manually 36– Opening from the inside 36– Opening from the out‐
side 36– Opening manually 36– Remote control 33
Tail lamp, bulb replace‐
ment 253
Tail lamps 251
Tail lamps
– Bulb replacement 252
Tank gauge, refer to Fuel
gauge 72
Tasks 213
Technical changes, refer to Safety 6
Technical data 268
Telephone 196
Telephone, adjusting the vol‐
ume 200
Telephone, installation loca‐ tion, refer to Center arm‐
rest 124
TeleService 219
Temperature– Automatic climate con‐
trol 109– Changing the unit of meas‐
ure 75
Temperature, coolant, refer to
Coolant temperature 72
Temperature display
– External temperature 71– External temperature warn‐
ing 71– Setting the unit 75
Temperature, engine oil 72
Temperature warning 71
Text messages 210
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 39
Thigh support adjustment 45
Third brake lamp, refer to
Center brake lamp 253
Tilt alarm sensor 40
Tilting the passenger side mirror 49
Time
– Setting the time 75– Setting the time zone 76
Tire age 235
Tire identification marks 235
Tire inflation pressure 230
Tire inflation pressure, check‐ ing 230
Tire pressure monitor, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 91
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 93
Tire Quality Grading 236
Tires
– Inflation pressure 230
Tires, breaking in 130
Tires, changing 237
Tires, condition 236
Tires, damage 237
Tire size 235
Tires, minimum tread 237
Tires, retreaded tires 238
Tires, run-flat tires 239
Tires, storage 239
Tire tread 236
Toll roads, route 153
Tone 164
Tool kit, refer to Onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit 247
Tools, refer to Onboard vehi‐ cle tool kit 247
Tow bar 259
Tow fitting 259
Towing 257
Towing another vehicle 258
Towing, being towed 258
Towing with automatic trans‐ mission 258
Town/city, navigation 145
Tow rope 259
Tow-starting 257, 260
TPM Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor 93
Traction control 98
Traffic bulletins, naviga‐ tion 157
Transmission– Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 65– Overriding selector lever
lock in case of automatic
transmission with Step‐
tronic 67
Transmission, automatic
transmission with Step‐
tronic 68
Transmission lock
– Refer to Changing selector
lever positions 66– Refer to P Park 66
Transmission positions, auto‐
matic transmission with
Steptronic 68
Transporting children safely 52
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