This manual contains general information about the BMW DSCi system, including symbol descriptions, information status, system development status, and information usage scope.
This document provides technical training and product information for the Dynamic Stability Control integrated (DSCi) system, introduced in the BMW X5 (GO5). It details the electro-hydraulic brake-by-wire architecture, which separates the driver from the brake hydraulics, and serves as a core component of future BMW integrated brake systems supplied by Continental.
The manual covers the design and description of the DSCi unit, including the hydraulic control unit, linear actuator, and various sensors. It also outlines service and maintenance procedures such as pedal mechanism mounting, brake fluid renewal, bleeding routines, and leak testing, intended for BMW Group technical qualification.
| System Supplier | Continental |
|---|---|
| Official Supplier Name | C1 |
| Circuit Configuration | Diagonal brake circuit split |
| Technology Type | Electro-hydraulic brake-by-wire |
The DSCi system was first introduced in the BMW X5 with development code GO5.
It is designed for BMW vehicles with reduced components and electro-hydraulic brake-by-wire technology.
The system supplier is Continental®, with the official supplier name C1®.
It has been in use since 2009, but initially limited to hybrid models.