Ripping through town in DS while burning more Dino fluid
08-20-2008, 11:51 PM
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My Ride: 07 550 i, mystic blue, black leather, cold weather package, nav, sport, shades, bags, rear heat, V1 hardwired.
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I guess I should have spent some time reading BMW's version of War and Peace, aka the owner's manual, but since I did not have a spare 74 hours, I sort of discovered stuff through this forum and on my own.
One of the most startling discoveries made on this forum a few weeks ago is when someone mentioned the DS setting on the autobox I have in my 550i. I always thought this setting was for snow and winter driving, so I never used it. I also never shifted the car myself, because I lack the F1 Jedi reflexes to drive the car without someone thinking Stevie Wonder was driving the car.
But last week I put the car in DS and drove it around and discovered that damn, this car has more power than I thought. In fact, I was mad that I spent 18,000 miles driving the car without the afterburner effect of the DS setting. Wow, what a difference this makes in both performance and fuel consumption. I am proud that I am now almost on par with the M5 on the dx/dt = V numbers, and the extra carbon diet as well (I own stock in Chevron and BP so I am in essance, increasing my portfolio at the same time.)
Just goes to show that you can indeed, teach and old dog new tricks.
More cool tricks, more female beach volleyball, keep going dollar!!
Stu
One of the most startling discoveries made on this forum a few weeks ago is when someone mentioned the DS setting on the autobox I have in my 550i. I always thought this setting was for snow and winter driving, so I never used it. I also never shifted the car myself, because I lack the F1 Jedi reflexes to drive the car without someone thinking Stevie Wonder was driving the car.
But last week I put the car in DS and drove it around and discovered that damn, this car has more power than I thought. In fact, I was mad that I spent 18,000 miles driving the car without the afterburner effect of the DS setting. Wow, what a difference this makes in both performance and fuel consumption. I am proud that I am now almost on par with the M5 on the dx/dt = V numbers, and the extra carbon diet as well (I own stock in Chevron and BP so I am in essance, increasing my portfolio at the same time.)
Just goes to show that you can indeed, teach and old dog new tricks.
More cool tricks, more female beach volleyball, keep going dollar!!
Stu
08-21-2008, 12:05 AM
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18,000mile and never used your DS thats amazing.
You should try this, it might make the shifting smoother.
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=...;hl=25sec+reset
You should try this, it might make the shifting smoother.
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=...;hl=25sec+reset
08-21-2008, 12:16 AM
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All I have to say to that is... wow. 
Enjoy DS mode! I wouldn't drive mine any other way!
Enjoy DS mode! I wouldn't drive mine any other way!
08-21-2008, 07:08 AM
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Congrats on the new discovery 
I knew DS was the place to be at prior to getting my 535i so in my case it has been the opposite....I almost NEVER am in D....mine is always in DS!!! Especially since I installed my tune, DS makes a huge difference! I love it. Every single one of my previous cars have been manual trans so I debated heavily back and forth about whether to Step or not to Step my new 535i. After lots of soul searching I finally decided to Step... I am VERY glad I did. DS pretty much runs the way I would shift anyway and I can always go to manual if I so desire....Steptronic is awesome, I am a believer.
I knew DS was the place to be at prior to getting my 535i so in my case it has been the opposite....I almost NEVER am in D....mine is always in DS!!! Especially since I installed my tune, DS makes a huge difference! I love it. Every single one of my previous cars have been manual trans so I debated heavily back and forth about whether to Step or not to Step my new 535i. After lots of soul searching I finally decided to Step... I am VERY glad I did. DS pretty much runs the way I would shift anyway and I can always go to manual if I so desire....Steptronic is awesome, I am a believer.
08-21-2008, 08:02 AM
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My Ride: 2004 545i - 6 speed manual (July 04 build), silver-grey/black, sports package std equipment (18", active roll, active steering, adaptive headlights), premium sound, bluetooth enabled, folding rear seat, lumbar, 3m hood/bumper protective film, rear tint, euro reflectors.
Look on the bright side of it - you had a good break-in period before you started the real driving.
I agree on the depth of the owners manual. FYI for all new owners - if you order your E60, while you are waiting the months to get it, you can download the manual. It helps pass the time.
I agree on the depth of the owners manual. FYI for all new owners - if you order your E60, while you are waiting the months to get it, you can download the manual. It helps pass the time.
08-22-2008, 05:18 AM
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My Ride: 2006 550i - Metallic Mystic Blue, Sport Package, STEPTRONIC Auto Transmission, Leather Interior, Power Front Seats w/Lumbar Support, Xeonon Head Lights (Angel Eyes), Park Distance Control (PDC), 6-CD Changer, Adaptive Head Light, SIRIUS Satellite Radio, Professional Radio, Premium Sound Package 13-Speakers Logic 7, Weather Band Radio, Voice Control (for Bluetooth Telephone Operatoin), 18" Run Flats, Rain-Sensing Wipers, Front/Rear Heated Seats, Flat Tire Monitor (FTM), Moonroof, Fold Down Rear Seats, Hardwired Valentine One
I always drive in DS Mode until I get onto the Expressway/Highway then slap it over to D Mode (saves on gas too). Then when exiting I slap it back into DS.... The car is much more responsive..
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Originally Posted by jsal' post='651515' date='Aug 21 2008, 06:02 PM
Look on the bright side of it - you had a good break-in period before you started the real driving.
Enjoy the DS Stu...
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