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In Reply to: Re: ASC ASC+T DSC posted by MRC on January 09, 2001 at 15:41:22:
Did I say something wrong? I didn't slagg DSC as far as I aware of. It's a great system, but BMW did give you the off button for a reason. If you want to launch the car or drift the car through a high speed corner, you can. BMW is aware of the limitations of the DSC and hence the OFF button. This is a tribute to BMW driving heritage.
But everyday driving is best with the systems engaged ASC or DSC, that's why they have it installed...
Just as the BMW 1100GS has a switch for the ABS, because BMW know that ABS might not work as well offroad.
Regards
Carl
The DSC's features, as far as I'm concerned, is a great safety addition, even possibly above ABS's benefits. I would like to hear of any non-track situations where someone has felt it was a hindrance...
CarlT said
As mentioned earlier the DSC was not available on the 840s. I might be mistaken but I think DSC was introduced with the 850Ci. ASC and DSC do not hinder any performance until slipping is detected. The CSi also has different operating parameters as the car is equipped with an LS rear, ie more wheel spin is permitted before the system engages. The first system ASC used only the DK motors and ignition timing to reduce wheelspin. ASC+T included the brakes on the drive wheels. Then DSC (ASC+T on steroids) uses all brakes. It senses steering wheel input, lateral acceleration and wheels spin, to counteract under/oversteer by being able to brake only one front brake for example. This gives great stability, hence the name.
If any of the above mention systems engage, a yellow indicator will flash. The good thing is if you want to drive with spirit it can be turned off. Compared to most Mercedes AMGs that cannot be disengaged. But who ever though driving a Merc was fun anyway...
Regards
Carl
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