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General information
The use of Launch Control causes premature
component wear since this function represents
a very heavy load for the vehicle.
Do not use Launch Control during the break-in,
refer to page 184, period.
To start with Launch Control do not steer the
steering wheel.
Functional requirements
Launch Control is available as soon as the en‐
gine and transmission are at operating temper‐
ature.
The engine is at operating temperature after an
uninterrupted trip of at least 6 miles/10 km.
Depending on the external temperature and
driving style, the transmission requires an unin‐
terrupted trip of up to 30 miles/50 km in order
to reach the operating temperature required
for Launch Control.
Start with launch control
While the engine is running:
1. Press button and select SPORT with
the MINI Driving Modes switch.
The instrument cluster displays TRACTION
in combination with SPORT. The DSC OFF
indicator light lights up.
2. Engage selector lever position S.
3. With the left foot, forcefully press down on
the brake.
4. Step on the accelerator pedal beyond the
resistance point at the full throttle position,
kickdown.
A flag symbol is displayed in the instrument
cluster.
5. The starting engine speed adjusts. Within
3 seconds, release the brake.
Repeated use during a trip
After Launch Control has been used, the trans‐
mission must cool down for approx. 5 minutes
before Launch Control can be used again.
After using Launch Control
To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC Dy‐
namic Stability Control again.
System limits
An experienced driver may be able to achieve
better acceleration values in DSC OFF mode.
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