Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
DSC prevents the drive wheels from spinning when starting off and accelerating. It also detects critical situations such as understeer or oversteer and, by reducing engine output and applying braking force to individual wheels, stabilizes the vehicle within physical limits.
DSC cannot override the laws of physics. The driver is therefore fully responsible for choosing an appropriate driving style. The presence of an additional safety system should not encourage you to take unnecessary risks that may lead to an accident.◄
Switching DSC off

Press and hold the button until the DSC indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up continuously, but for no longer than 10 seconds. DTC is switched off at the same time as DSC. Stabilizing intervention by the systems is now absent.
A message appears on the control display. Also observe the additional information.
To maintain vehicle stability at the proper level, switch the system back on as soon as possible.
Switching on DSC
Press the button. The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.
Warning Lamp
The indicator lamp flashes – the DSC system is in brake and engine torque control mode.
Indicator lamps on – DSC is switched off.
Test yourself
A quick BMW X3 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.