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12-29-2012, 03:18 PM | #1 |
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Hi everyone,
I'm new to the M3 world. Just got my new 2013 M3 coupe CP after trading in an F30. I have the DCT. The car is amazing, love it, love it, love it. Just going through the user manual and reading about all the setting for the M mode. Here is what I did: Drivelogic: D5 EDC: Sport DSC: MDM (but thinking of changing it to On?) POWER: Sport plus Servotronic: Sport Shift lights: On (they never came on but I understood that I have to be driving above 6000 rpms for them to come on) What do you guys think about these settings and any change suggestions and why. Cheers
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12-29-2012, 03:31 PM | #2 |
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You only need the shift lights when you are in manual. You can shift to the lowest available gear by pressing the paddle shifter down and wot the gas pedal. Then when the shift lights come up you have to remember to up shift.
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12-29-2012, 03:36 PM | #3 |
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I was the same way at first with the MDM but once I felt comfortable with the beast MDM mode is not bad at all all u get is a little more wheel spin and play room but will still kick in if car gets to crazy for you. Learned that the scary way lol but very fun in a safe location
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12-29-2012, 04:56 PM | #4 |
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OP - I think MDM is great for the track, but for daily driving, I've heard too many stories where people lose it for a moment and are sorry they did. But if you're using the M button mainly for the track or during an occasion where you're comfortable in kicking out the car a bit, and can control it, then MDM could be fine.
In actuality MDM will catch you to certain extent, but the way you react during that "moment" might be too much for MDM to correct. Full DSC ON intervenes so early that you'd have to be a complete loon to really make the car lose control. Last edited by Class-of-2016; 12-30-2012 at 07:17 PM.. |
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12-30-2012, 12:18 AM | #5 |
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Think my settings are S5, and Normal (think it was a Motor Trend article that recommended that because of the range of adjustment?). Everything else is the same.
BUT - MDM is a good choice for me in good conditions, because it's only mildly intrusive, but will help save you on the street if you run into sub-optimal conditions on a spirited drive (e.g. gravel on a fast corner). I don't turn DSC off unless I'm on a track where I know the surface is good. Your mileage may vary... AND, I don't turn MDM on in the rain, simply because as a DD, I'm happy to let the M save itself if a moment's inattention creates something bad. Bundling into a tree because I'm on a conference call with Taipei and go into a corner harder than normal with no safeguards isn't high on the list of priorities... Cheers
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Default (Daily Drive) DSC: On DCT: S2 (or D2 when in heavy trafic) Power: Normal EDC: Comfort Servotronic: Normal Shift Lights: Off M-mode (Spirited Street) DSC: MDM DCT: S5 Power: Sport EDC: Normal Servotronic: Sport Shift Lights: On M-mode (Track) DSC: Off DCT: S6 Power: Sport EDC: Sport (or Normal on bumpy tracks) Servotronic: Sport Shift Lights: On MDM is perfectly safe for the street. It allows slight wheel spin for efficient brisk launches and allows only very slight lateral slip before it intervenes. I actually use it in heavy snow, as it provided better traction compared to full DSC. As for Sport+ for the Power setting, I find it much too sensitive, almost like an on-off switch. Last edited by CanAutM3; 12-30-2012 at 12:53 PM.. |
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If your belief is that you pay 100% attention to driving all of the time, I suggest you review reality. I do indeed focus on driving safely, but we all face distractions and moments of inattention during normal driving. Unless you can tell me you never listen to the stereo, don't make any calls, and don't talk to any passengers, you face the same challenges. My point is simply that the electronic safeguards exist for a reason, and inclement weather calls for more caution. Peace
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DSC: MDM
DCT: S5 Power: Sport EDC: Normal Servotronic: Sport Shift Lights: On My track settings are exactly the same except I switch Power to normal and EDC to sport. Anyone else use normal power for the track? I find that the throttle feel is better because it is linear. I've only done 2 track days so I'm sure that as I am more comfortable with the car I will turn DSC off and use S6.. |
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It is just that I see way too many people doing other stuff while they are driving. Most drive like idiots while doing so. Driving is a very complex task, and in my humble opinion deserves ones full attention. The electronic nannies will not save you if you are distracted. Last edited by CanAutM3; 12-30-2012 at 11:49 AM.. |
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12-30-2012, 11:42 AM | #16 |
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I only use it on spirited drives, track days, or if I get bored. Usually I just put it in S4 for daily driving because downshifting in S3 is dreadfully slow.
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In my understanding, the M-mode is activated when you press the M-button on the steering wheel. The M-mode settings can be programmed to suit your own preferences. In the i-drive, under M-settings, you can also adjust the default start-up settings of some parameters (Servotronic, EDC, Power and shift lights). In my case, I mostly drive with the default settings on my daily drive. I engage M-mode when I want to romp or have fun . Last edited by CanAutM3; 12-30-2012 at 12:49 PM.. |
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The responses are exactly what I wanted to know! i.e. that most turn on their "M" setting for a more spirited ride...but not necessarily for their daily drive mode.
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However, I do recommend track novices leave traction control ON at all times.
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