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With the above-mentioned vehicle type, the radiator fan may switch on of its own accord and does not switch off. It is also possible for the radiator fan to be activated after a longer stationary period of over an hour.

With the above-mentioned vehicle type, it can happen that the vehicle electronics fail. Malfunctions in systems such as the parking aid, radio system, air conditioning, electric tailgate and the instrument cluster are possible.

From the end of 2014, all new vehicles have a tyre pressure monitoring system on board as standard. It provides a warning about insufficient tyre pressure and protects the driver against increased fuel consumption and tyre damage. 

If the TPMS warning lamp lights up on the above-mentioned vehicle and the error code C1010/C1012/C1014/C1015 (TPMS system) is stored in the control unit, a software update can provide a remedy.

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If the Check Engine warning lamp suddenly lights up on the above-mentioned vehicle, this may be related to a fault in the DC/DC voltage converter. The first step is to read out the error memory using a diagnostic device (e.g. Hella Gutmann mega- macs X).

When replacing the cabin filter in the above-mentioned vehicles, there are a few special features to bear in mind:

• Remove the right panelling from the centre tunnel
• Remove the panelling under the glove compartment and also disconnect the footwell lamp connector

Every driver is familiar with the "dipped beam" and "main beam" lighting functions. In addition, modern lighting systems offer further possibilities for light distribution and, in compliance with legal requirements, bring out the maximum possible in road illumination. Here you can find out what tips and tricks make this work and what new lighting functions, such as those for country road lighting, really entail.

The tyre pressure monitoring system may fail on the above-mentioned vehicle model. The system must first be re-initialised in order to run a check on it. This procedure depends on each individual vehicle type and details can be found in the vehicle operating instructions. If re-initialisation fails, first check the individual wheel electronics.

On the above-mentioned vehicle model, the display on the instrument cluster may sometimes be offset. This fault occurs after the vehicle has been stationary for a longer period of time and can be rectified for a while again after switching the ignition off/on. This defect may recur at irregular intervals.

If the Check Engine warning lamp comes on in the above-mentioned vehicle and the error code P0401 (EGR system, exhaust gas flow too low) is stored in the control unit, a faulty or clogged EGR valve may be the cause.

The crankshaft sensor is one of the key providers of information of the engine control. It detects the speed and position of the crankshaft and forwards this information to the engine control in the form of an electrical signal. On this page, you can find out how crankshaft sensors work, and what must be taken into account when checking them in order to prevent damage.