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by G Walker - 24/08/26 06:52 PM
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I'll provide the feedback from the nearest A&E 
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Just barreling along Needs to Get Out More!
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You could go through the stages to reach launch & see if the dash displays it...just don't deploy, but at least you'll know if it's enabled in the BMW drive management software.
Personally, I suspect MMC has it disabled as (allegedly) BMW did a lot of the road testing and calibration at Millbrook
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I'll provide the feedback from the nearest A&E I like that, you have the right attitude.👍
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I'm very much inclined to agree!
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Thanks for the informed insight  No, I'm not a BMW driver, nor do I wish to be; but it's just interesting that given the hardware that the CX now incorporates, has it been fully explored? I'll let you know where to pick up my salvage ... I'm sure you are not a Bavarian Motor Werks fan but I wouldn't want to see you try this out anywhere other than an airfield or similar preferably with Clarkson dead ahead. Take care out there.
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If I ever had any, my wild(er) days are long gone. It's a curiosity I'm seeking to find the answer to, rather than pushing any boundaries. I plan to have a long, safe and "gentle" relationship with Rachel, she'll be here long after I have gone ... according to my daughter!
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You seem to be a very fine fellow.
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I have far too much mechanical sympathy to make use of launch control, EV`s can manage something similar and more usable without all the drama associated.....
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I'm surprised that launch control is legal on public roads to be honest. Not many people have the right skillset to manage such a thing. And if driving through floods has any bearing, BMW owners have much to learn, from what's on You Tube.
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I think BMW tend to agree Dave; this is from their online blog:
"Before attempting to activate the Launch Control in an automatic BMW, it’s important to ensure that your BMW is at a complete stop. This means that the car is not moving forward or backward, and that it is safely and legally parked. Make sure that you have enough space around you to safely launch the vehicle without hitting any obstacles or other vehicles. It’s also important to note that launching a vehicle with maximum acceleration can be dangerous, so only attempt to use launch control in safe and appropriate conditions, such as on a closed course or during a drag race. Once you have ensured that you are in a safe location and have come to a complete stop, you can move on to the next steps to activate launch control."
Bottom line is, it's dangerous to have it on a vehicle intended for road use.
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