Trailer Stability Control

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION Trailer Stability Control
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The trailer stabilization control detects seesaw motion of a trailer around the vertical axis. The system works as of a speed of approx. 65 kph with the electrical connector for trailer occupied. The dynamic stability control (DSC) monitors the yawing motion of the vehicle with the help of the DSC sensors. If the limit value is exceeded on the swinging trailer, the engine output is reduced. The DSC also automatically brakes all 4 wheels. With disabled or defective DSC, the trailer stabilization control is also disabled.

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