BMW 5 Series: Dynamic Damping Control
The concept
This system reduces undesirable vehicle motion when using a dynamic driving style or traveling on uneven road surfaces.
The system enhances driving dynamics and comfort as required for the road surface and driving style.
Programs
The system offers three different programs.
The programs can be selected via the Driving Experience Switch
SPORT
Consistently sporty control of the shock absorbers for greater driving agility.
COMFORT
Balanced tuning between the COMFORT+ and SPORT programs.
COMFORT+
Comfort-oriented tuning of the shock absorbers for optimal traveling comfort.
Dynamic Drive
The concept
Dynamic Drive reduces the lateral inclination of
the vehicle that occurs during rapid driving in
curves or during quick evasive maneuvers.
Driving stability and driving comfort are i ...
Integral Active Steering
The concept
Integral Active Steering is a combination of Active
Steering and rear axle steering.
Active Steering varies the steering angle of the
wheels in relation to the steering wheel movemen ...
See also:
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
This system enhances directional control and stability of
the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC corrects
for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying
the brake of the appropria ...
How the occupant classification
system works
The Occupant Classification System (OCS)
categorizes the occupant on the front - passenger seat by means of a weight
sensor.
The front-passenger front air bag is
deactivated automatically for c ...
Switching the windshield wipers on/
off
WARNING
Wiper blades are components that are subject
to wear and tear. Replace the wiper blades
twice a year, preferably in the spring and fall.
Otherwise the windows will not be wiped prope ...
