[Taxdr1965]

Car needs to be on flat surface steering wheel pointed straight

1. Car should be in sport mode, but not in manual sport. Should be in S1.

2. Tap the traction control once

3. Put the brake all the way down on the floor and hold it down. Do not let up.

4. While holding break down, mash the accelerator to the floor.

5. Launch control should light up on the HUD.

6. Once it's lit up release the break asap and your good to go. Keep the accelerator to the floor when you lift off the brake.

Let me know if it works

[Jo-Sta07]

Originally Posted by Taxdr1965

Car needs to be on flat surface steering wheel pointed straight

1. Car should be in sport mode, but not in manual sport. Should be in S1.

2. Tap the traction control once

3. Put the brake all the way down on the floor and hold it down. Do not let up.

4. While holding break down, mash the accelerator to the floor.

5. Launch control should light up on the HUD.

6. Once it's lit up release the break asap and your good to go. Keep the accelerator to the floor when you lift off the brake.

Let me know if it works

Thank you, maybe I didn't smash the accelerator to the floor hard enough

[MKSixer]

Originally Posted by Jo-Sta07

Thank you, maybe I didn't smash the accelerator to the floor hard enough

There is a point that you feel it almost click when you have it fully floored.

BTW...I loved your response to the jackass in the NSX thread. Perfect way to shut up a keyboard warrior.

You own one of my dream vehicles. The 458. I've driven them a couple of times and they are amazing!

[skinrock]

Yea, you have to mash it to the kick-down I think. And quickly.

[Jo-Sta07]

Originally Posted by MKSixer

There is a point that you feel it almost click when you have it fully floored.

BTW...I loved your response to the jackass in the NSX thread. Perfect way to shut up a keyboard warrior.

You own one of my dream vehicles. The 458. I've driven them a couple of times and they are amazing!

Thanks man. I wouldn't have said anything if the individual didn't attempt to discredit me by calling me a liar. I like these boards because owners/enthusiasts can discuss various aspects of cars we like or dislike. Or best yet learn from others with real world experience about cars we don't have access to. Some people though, they just want to spread some idiocy around.

[MKSixer]

Originally Posted by Jo-Sta07

Thanks man. I wouldn't have said anything if the individual didn't attempt to discredit me by calling me a liar. I like these boards because owners/enthusiasts can discuss various aspects of cars we like or dislike. Or best yet learn from others with real world experience about cars we don't have access to. Some people though, they just want to spread some idiocy around.

The stupidity was strong in that one.

[sandrofelisio]

Hi guys,

I tried the step guide from TaxDr but... not works...

The traction control has 2 ways to be excluded:
1) tap
2) press and hold

Which is the difference?

Can TaxDr send a video? probably i'm stupid, but doesn't work.
(when I tried I was full E charge - 20km).

[NGR]

Did you buy the car new? I believe there is a limit of 100 launches before it won't let you do any more - presumably to protect the drivetrain long-term.

Would be good to know if there's a way to see how many times it has been used for people who didn't buy new.

Not saying this is true for your car but a possibility...

[stressdoc]

Originally Posted by NGR

Did you buy the car new? I believe there is a limit of 100 launches before it won't let you do any more - presumably to protect the drivetrain long-term.

Would be good to know if there's a way to see how many times it has been used for people who didn't buy new.

Not saying this is true for your car but a possibility...

Wow. Is this verified? USA and Euro?
Thanks!

[skinrock]

Originally Posted by stressdoc

Wow. Is this verified? USA and Euro?
Thanks!

No mention of that in the manual...

[Aye-eight]

There's a BMW Driver's Guide app. Within it, you can use your car's VIN to download and electronic, searchable version of the manual. I find it quite useful. It describes Launch Control in detail.

[NGR]

Originally Posted by skinrock

No mention of that in the manual...

http://www.rotory.com/bmw/I8.pdf

Page 49 on the technician's intro document.

It's a good doc to read, gives you lots of info on the whole drivetrain. Also, the users manual mentions a few different details such as don't steer when engaging LC - presume the computer might refuse if you're not pointing straight ahead!

[Jo-Sta07]

Originally Posted by NGR

http://www.rotory.com/bmw/I8.pdf

Page 49 on the technician's intro document.

It's a good doc to read, gives you lots of info on the whole drivetrain. Also, the users manual mentions a few different details such as don't steer when engaging LC - presume the computer might refuse if you're not pointing straight ahead!

That's crazy! Being watched like we're under govt surveillance. They have to change that on the refresh. And make it easier to engage.

[NGR]

Originally Posted by Jo-Sta07

That's crazy! Being watched like we're under govt surveillance. They have to change that on the refresh. And make it easier to engage.

LOL, suspect it's all to do with the warranty and manufacturer-protection. Cars these days store all sorts of info so if you have an accident it's possible to find out how fast you were going, what the brakes, steering etc were all doing at the time.
Let's the manufacturer prove they have no liability if they show their systems had no fault.

[Taxdr1965]

100 launches and your done. Can't believe that

[JasH]

Originally Posted by NGR

http://www.rotory.com/bmw/I8.pdf

Page 49 on the technician's intro document.

It's a good doc to read, gives you lots of info on the whole drivetrain. Also, the users manual mentions a few different details such as don't steer when engaging LC - presume the computer might refuse if you're not pointing straight ahead!

This PDF should be stickied on this forum! Very good read.

[JasH]

Originally Posted by Taxdr1965

100 launches and your done. Can't believe that

I'm not surprised really. All cars using launch control experience massively higher stress and wear. Their gearboxes will either fail prematurely, or, they have to be restricted in this way.

I've never used LC on mine because of this. And when test driving (for example, a F458 Speciale) I have not been permitted to use LC.