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What is Dynamic Traction Control, and how do I activate or deactivate it in my BMW with BMW Operating System 7, BMW Operating System 8, or BMW Operating System 8.5?

The Dynamic Traction Control is a variant of the Dynamic Stability Control where the drive power is optimized. The system ensures maximum drive power on unusual road conditions, for instance unplowed snow covered roads or loose road surfaces, but with somewhat limited driving stability. The vehicle has maximum traction when Dynamic Traction Control is on. Driving stability is limited during acceleration and when cornering.

 

A brief activation of the Dynamic Traction Control may be useful in the following situations:

  • When driving in slush or on uncleared, snow-covered roads.
  • When driving off from deep snow or loose ground.
  • When driving with snow chains.

 

Perform the following to deactivate or activate the Dynamic Traction Control

  1. Press the 'Dynamic Stability Control' button to open the menu.
    • "Traction" will appear in the instrument cluster and the Indicator light illuminates to show Dynamic Traction Control is activated and Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated.
  1. Press the button again to reactivate Dynamic Stability Control.

 

Please note in certain situations, Dynamic Stability Control is activated automatically:

  • When the Distance Control is activated.
  • In case of a brake intervention by Forward Collision Mitigation. Deactivate Forward Collision Mitigation as necessary.
  • If the suspension control system fails.
  • The vehicle has a flat tire.
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