2006 BMW X5 Owner's Manual - Page 93

DSC Dynamic Stability Control > If the wheels churn on muddy surfaces > When driving with snow chains. When the DSC system is switched off, braking maneuvers may subject the brakes to additional loads. Automatic limitation of braking action may briefly occur in order to limit brake temperatures. To maintain vehicle stability, always drive with the system switched on when possible.< 93n 530de414 530de414 Switching DSC off Press the button; the indicator lamp comes on and stays on. Stabilizing interventions of the chassis control system DSC are no longer available. However, the braking interventions that simulate the function of the differential lock continue to be active. In the following exceptional circumstances, it may be effective to switch off the DSC for a short period: > When rocking a stuck vehicle free and when starting off in deep snow or on loose road surfaces > On sandy road surfaces > On poor surfaces with deep ruts Switching DSC on Press the button a second time - the indicator lamp goes out. DSC is now activated. Malfunctions Please be sure to read the information on the DSC Dynamic Stability Control/ xDrive warning lamp on page 22 and on the possible lamp combinations that can light up on page 20. Repairs Index Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG Data Maintenance Controls Overview