Dynamic Stability Control 8Plus: Operation
- E60, E61, E63, E64 and E83
The DTC button is located in the center console switch cluster (SZM).
- E90, E91, E92
The DTC button is located between the central air vents in the instrument panel.
The DTC button has 2 functions that can be set by pressing the button for different lengths of time.
DTC BUTTON FUNCTION CHART
| Press button | Function | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| short < 3 seconds | DTC function activated. | DTC indicator light on. DSC indicator and warning light on. |
| long > 3 seconds | DSC is completely deactivated | DSC indicator and warning light on. This mode is intended for service work (e.g. brake dynamometer). |
NOTE:
Reactivating DSC
Briefly pressing the button again reactivates the DSC function. The DSC indicator and warning light goes out (unless a fault has developed in the system).
If the DTC button is pressed for longer than 10 seconds (e.g. by a handbag on the center console), DSC will recognize an operating error. The DSC function remains active and cannot be deactivated until the ignition has been switched off and on again.
Briefly pressing the button again reactivates the DSC function. The DSC indicator and warning light goes out (unless a fault has developed in the system).
If the DTC button is pressed for longer than 10 seconds (e.g. by a handbag on the center console), DSC will recognize an operating error. The DSC function remains active and cannot be deactivated until the ignition has been switched off and on again.