2010 BMW X5 Owner's Manual - Page 90

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety Contrast With the rear view camera switched on: 1. Select the symbol. 2. Turn the controller until the desired setting is displayed and then press the controller. Brake assistant When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system automatically produces the maximum braking force boost and thus helps to achieve the shortest possible braking distance during full braking. This system exploits all of the benefits provided by ABS. Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal for the duration of the full braking. Camera DSC Dynamic Stability Control DSC prevents traction loss in the driving wheels when starting off and accelerating. The system also identifies unstable driving conditions, such as a loss of traction at the rear of the vehicle or sliding of the vehicle in 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 in the individual wheels. The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with DSC. An appropriate driving style remains the responsibility of the driver. Therefore, do not restrict the additional safety margin with a risky driving style, as otherwise there is a risk of an accident.< The lens of the rear view camera is under the grasping lip of the liftgate. The presence of dirt can impair image quality. Clean the lens with a moist, nonabrasive cloth. Driving stability control systems Your BMW is equipped with an extended array of systems designed to enhance and maintain vehicle stability under extreme conditions. Deactivating DSC ABS Antilock Brake System ABS prevents locking of the wheels during braking. Safe steering response is maintained even during full braking. Active safety is thus increased. ABS is operational every time you start the engine. Braking safely, refer to page 132. CBC Cornering Brake Control When braking during curves or when braking during a lane change, driving stability and steering response are improved further. Electronic brake-force distribution The system controls the brake pressure in the rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior. Press and hold the button until the indicator lamp for DSC lights up and DSC OFF appears in the instrument panel, but do not press the button for longer than approx. 10 seconds. DTC Dynamic Traction Control and DSC are deactivated together. Stabilizing interventions are now not carried out. 88 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 756 - © 06/09 BMW AG