[m3anest_f80]

I have a 435i Grancoupe ; I am wondering when the launch control can be used. I tried to use it but it would not come up on my dash that it is active. I only have 380 miles on my car. Are any options needed for launch control?

[fecurtis]

I wouldn't use it until you have around 1200 miles. I think you need the sport transmission to use it anyway.

To use it you have to:

1. Allow engine to reach operating temp (dunno what temp that is exactly, just wait until your engine is warm).
2. Put your car in Sport+ mode.
3. Move shifter to the "M/S" setting.
4. Fully depress brake.
5. Hit the throttle. This will engage launch mode.
6. Within 3 seconds, release the brake.

[Lord_Uzi]

Originally Posted by fecurtis

I wouldn't use it until you have around 1200 miles. I think you need the sport transmission to use it anyway.

To use it you have to:

1. Allow engine to reach operating temp (dunno what temp that is exactly, just wait until your engine is warm).
2. Put your car in Sport+ mode.
3. Move shifter to the "M/S" setting.
4. Fully depress brake.
5. Hit the throttle. This will engage launch mode.
6. Within 3 seconds, release the brake.

i think the best engine operating temp is usually after driving 6 miles

[Shahdog]

Originally Posted by Lord_Uzi

i think the best engine operating temp is usually after driving 6 miles

Has to reach an optimal temp

I believe minimum time is ten minutes

[BDWonder]

Originally Posted by f36_Gee

I have a 435i Grancoupe ; I am wondering when the launch control can be used. I tried to use it but it would not come up on my dash that it is active. I only have 380 miles on my car. Are any options needed for launch control?

Alright...dude...glad you asked. Mine wasnt working also. However, i found my problem and remedied the situation. So, first make certain that you've driven for at least 6 miles. From a stop, go to sport +/traction off. Then, shift the gear lever to the left so ur in sport S mode. Heres where i was not doing it correctly. Step on the brake...allllllll the way down to the floor. Allll the way dude. Then hit the gas all the way down passed the little click. At this point ull see a flag in dash screen stating launch activated. The rpms wont go crazy dont worry, they drop to around 2 to 3 rpm. U can then let go of the brake...and enjoy. I was very happy it finally worked for me. My issue i wasnt pressing the brake all the way down to the floor. My wife caught itnon video. The car hunkers down...really cool...like a cat about to pounce on prey. But dont abuse the luanch control dude, it has the potential to ruin the car.

[xG35c]

Yes this... if the car moves or a wheel spins at all under full throttle launch control will not activate - and enjoy those sport plus redline shifts!

[mastereh]

Where would you even use the launch control?

[Buckeyes]

Back roads to show your buddies or scare your wife/gf? Hell, I did 2 launches with launch control on an Audi s4 test drive. Dealers idea.

[DEANMW]

Originally Posted by mastereh

Where would you even use the launch control?

Every time you are next to a Prius.

[Silver_Hulk]

Originally Posted by f36_Gee

I have a 435i Grancoupe ; I am wondering when the launch control can be used. I tried to use it but it would not come up on my dash that it is active. I only have 380 miles on my car. Are any options needed for launch control?

If you look up the owner's manual, it says to drive at least 6 miles and use it on a road that is slightly ok looking (no potholes). I'm in Florida so the best spots would be around Homestead or the Everglades. I haven't tried mine yet, but good luck!

[Versipellis]

Originally Posted by DEANMW

Every time you are next to a Prius.

[mastereh]

Originally Posted by DEANMW

Every time you are next to a Prius.

[DaDarkUnicorn]

Hi, instead of starting a new thread...
mine is a 2014 335i and I tried many times launch control but it doesn't show the flag and all I get is wheel spin over and over again. I followed all the steps from the manual but still no luck
drive for 10km in comfort mode not aggressively ASS off
let car rest for 5 min
put in sport +
shifter in s, so it shows the gear s1,s2,s3....
brake all the way down
throttle all the way down to the button click with other foot
wait for 3 sec and nothing happens other than wheel spin
I have the sport auto but without paddles , it shows s1,s2,s3.. etc and when in manual mode shifting above 4k I get a kick , even when not in manual mode shifting on high rpm gives a nice kick
what am I doing wrong guys ? please help

[raqautle]

Originally Posted by DaDarkUnicorn

Hi, instead of starting a new thread...
mine is a 2014 335i and I tried many times launch control but it doesn't show the flag and all I get is wheel spin over and over again. I followed all the steps from the manual but still no luck
drive for 10km in comfort mode not aggressively ASS off
let car rest for 5 min
put in sport +
shifter in s, so it shows the gear s1,s2,s3....
brake all the way down
throttle all the way down to the button click with other foot
wait for 3 sec and nothing happens other than wheel spin
I have the sport auto but without paddles , it shows s1,s2,s3.. etc and when in manual mode shifting above 4k I get a kick , even when not in manual mode shifting on high rpm gives a nice kick
what am I doing wrong guys ? please help

U do not have the sport auto, the s1... Shows the transmission is in sport mode, all cars have it, but sport auto changes the software a bit and has paddles

[StasF32]

hey guys, any clue if you can adjust the rpms at which LC releases? i know you can on M cars but not sure about 435i.

[SoDiezl350]

Does this need to be coded on earlier models or does it come enabled from the factory on all F30s?

[yoandry]

I didn't know about this.OMG Don't know why I was thinking all this time that launch control was the same as traction off. Will try tomorrow on my way to work

[yoandry]

Did not work for me, It just spin all over. How to know if I have launch control or not? 13 335i M-Sport

[Beowulf65]

Originally Posted by yoandry

Did not work for me, It just spin all over. How to know if I have launch control or not? 13 335i M-Sport

Did a flag appear in the KOMBI?

[lens]

Originally Posted by f36_Gee

I have a 435i Grancoupe ; I am wondering when the launch control can be used. I tried to use it but it would not come up on my dash that it is active. I only have 380 miles on my car. Are any options needed for launch control?

I would not use it until after 1200 miles like others have mentioned, or until after first oil change.

If you do use it, you could send metal shavings in the oil throughout the system and damage it. Which is why the engine break in procedure is very important as it extends the life of the engine.

[yoandry]

Originally Posted by Beowulf65

Did a flag appear in the KOMBI?

Not flag in the corner right dash. My13 and older doesn't come with LC activated. So I guess I need to code it.
I will code this today and try.

DSC2 => 3000 => Funktion_LaunchControl_aktiv => aktiv
EGS => 3000 => LC => aktiv

[exclusivo]

strange, i can launch immediately on cold start, never had to wait.