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Keyless Go - W211

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to the latest Mercedes-Benz Technical Publication and follow all pertinent instructions when testing, diagnosing or making repair.
Illustrations and descriptions in this training reference are based on preliminary information and may not correspond to the final US
version vehicles. Refer to the official introduction manual and WIS when available.
Copyright Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, 2002

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Printed in U. S.A.

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Keyless Go (KG) Topic Layout
• Introduction
– Function & Purpose
– Advantages
– Identification
• Customer operation
• Operation overview
• Components
– KG CAN
– Key

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– Control modules
– Antennas
• Details of operation
• Module 8-1
• Appendix

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 KG Function & Purpose
• Locking
• Convenience closing of windows and roof
• Unlocking
• Arming and disarming the alarm
• Switching on accessory circuits without starting engine
• Starting engine
• Stopping engine

Advantages of KG

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• Keyless operation
• Unlikely that owner will be locked out of vehicle with KG key left inside

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Identifying KG Option
• A number on the KG key
– Number on a KG key starts with “175”

• All exterior door handles have push button for locking

• Engine start/stop button on gear selector lever

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• Lock button (1) at trunk lid

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To Lock Vehicle:

With Keyless Go key present:

Press black button on door
handle or button (1) at trunk lid
- Convenience closing of
windows is possible only
with door buttons or infrared

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(movement stops when
button is released)
- “Keyless” Summer opening
is not possible

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 To Unlock Vehicle at Door:

With Keyless Go key present:

Pull handle to activate switch

on inside of door handle

That door will “Pop” open

when the handle is pulled

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Note:
In selective unlocking mode, activating any door handle other than driver’s will cause
global unlocking
“Summer opening” is only possible using infrared signal from remote control key
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 To Unlock Vehicle at Trunk:
With Keyless Go key present:

Operate trunk release lever (green arrow)

– Only trunk lid will unlock
• Upon closing, the trunk locks
again and alarm is reset
• KG will not allow trunk to latch
if a key is left inside

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Activating key lock switch
(S134) will prevent KG
unlocking at trunk
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 To Switch On Ignition or Start Engine:

With Keyless Go key present:

– Press button once for circuit 15R
– Press button twice for circuit 15
– Press button a third time with
doors closed for circuit 15C

– Pressing button with brake pedal

activated and gear selector in P

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will start engine

Note: If key is removed after a KG start, instrument cluster warnings will

occur and engine may shut off while driving
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To Switch Off Engine:

Place transmission in P and press button

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 To Adjust Seat Position
• After unlocking with KG remote key:
– With door open, seat can be adjusted with switches
– With door closed, engine off:
• Tap start button on gearshift twice, without actuating foot brake
• Tap start button on gearshift once, with foot brake actuated
(starts engine)
• Key-dependant seat memory
– As known from SmartKey-equipped vehicles

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 Operation Overview
(Example: Unlock request at driver’s door)

1. With key present, switch on

inside of driver’s door is
activated

2. Door handle switch is connected

to the rear door KG control
module

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3. Rear door KG control module
communicates request to
Electronic ignition Switch (EIS)

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Operation Overview (cont.)
(Example: Unlock request at driver’s door)
4. EIS transmits command signal to
left rear door KG control module

5. Left rear door KG control module

uses its integrated antenna to
send out a radio frequency (RF)

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signal to wake up the KG key

6. Key within range of antenna

wakes up
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Operation Overview (cont.)
(Example: Unlock request at driver’s door)

7. Key transmits authorization

code via RF

8. RF signal is received by rear

window antenna, which is
connected to right antenna
amplifier module

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9. Right antenna amplifier module
sends signal to rear KG module
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 Operation Overview (cont.)
(Example: Unlock request at driver’s door)
10. Rear KG module sends key data
to EIS

11. EIS provides KG authorization.

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12. EIS generates an “unlock”
command plus a signal to Left
Central rear door KG control module to
Locking “pop” open driver’s door when
System handle is pulled
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KG Components in Detail

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 KG Remote Control Key (A8/1)

• Includes chip card function

• No need to carry chip card plus remote
control key for emergency purposes
LED • Integrated metal emergency key
• Up to 8 KG remote control keys can be
authorized at one time
• LED indicates changeover from selective to
global unlocking and vice versa
• LED flashes when key responds to a wake-
up request

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• If LED on does not light: replace batteries

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 Components on the KG CAN
Rear KG Interior compartment
module module

KG CAN

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EIS

Left rear door Right rear door

KG module KG module 18
 Electronic Ignition Switch (N73)

• Incorporates functions performed by a separate KG control module on S, CL

and SL models.

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• Connected to CAN C, CAN B and the KG CAN
• Determines source of locking / unlocking request in order to operate appropriate
wake-up antenna
• Determines source of unlocking request in order to operate appropriate door
opening assist motor
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 Rear KG Module (N102)
• Located on left side of trunk area
• 5 connectors
• Connected to KG CAN
• Power supplied by F34f24 (Circuit 30)
• Discrete wire to trunk lid push button switch
• Controls wake-up signal from rear bumper
2 3 antenna (A2/31) and Trunk KG antenna
(A2/35)

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• Receives RF signal from right rear window
antenna amplifier (A2/65) and transmits it to
EIS over KG CAN

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Interior Compartment Module (N103)

• Located behind ashtray, center console

• Integrated antenna
• Connected to KG CAN

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• Receives signal from key to detect key inside vehicle
• Power and ground supplied by Rear KG Module (N102)

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Left and Right Rear Door KG Control
Modules (N69/8 & N69/9)
• Each rear door
KG control module
has an associated
antenna
• Connected to KG
CAN
Antenna A2/39 • Power supply for
both: F34f24
(Circuit 30)
• Responsible for

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operating Door
Opening Assist
Motors

Antenna A2/41
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KG Door Opening Assist Motors
• M57 & M57/2 (left) and M57/1 &
M57/3 (right)
– “Pops” door open when an
unlock request is
R accompanied by a pull on
that door handle
– Not used when opening an
KG CAN unlocked door
– Located next to door lock
motors (M14/5,6, 8 or 9)

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L – Can be checked using EIS
“Actuations”

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 KG Door Handle (S17/19, 20, 21, 22)
KG door handle switches at each door, with discrete wiring to the rear door
KG control module located on same side of vehicle.

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• Unlocking grip handle (pull) microswitch • Lock (push) button on each door
– Black, on inner side of handle – Black button on outside of
handle

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 Trunk Unlocking Handle (S88/8) &
Trunk Lid Pushbutton Switch (S62/21)
• Trunk Unlocking Handle
– Discrete wire to rear SAM (N10/2)
– Rear SAM informs EIS via CAN B
– Remote trunk release operates

• Trunk Lid Pushbutton Switch

– Discrete wire to rear KG module (N102)

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– Functions as a locking request when
pressed
S88/6 provides signal to rear SAM – Rear KG module informs EIS via KG
to ignore any request to open trunk CAN

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 Start /Stop Switch (S2/3) &
Electronic Selector Module (N15/5)

• Start / stop switch (S2/3) connected

to EIS by a discrete wire

• Electronic Selector Module provides

Park position signal to EIS over
CAN C

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Brake switch signal required when starting engine.
Information flow:
Brake switch > SBC hydraulic unit > Rear SAM > CAN B > EIS
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 Antennas Used to Wake-up
Remote Control Key

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Key in zones A, B or C will wake-up for external locking and unlocking
Key in zones D or E will wake-up for starting engine

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Interior Compartment Module with Antenna

• Integrated antenna confirms that key is inside vehicle while driving

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Rear Door KG Control Module Antennas

• Each rear door

KG control module
Antenna A2/39 has an associated
antenna
• Antenna output
controlled by a KG

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CAN signal from
EIS

Antenna A2/41
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 Trunk KG Antenna (A2/35)

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• Located at front left of trunk area - visible when accessing spare tire
• Discrete wire to rear KG module (N102)
• Output controlled by rear KG module
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Rear Bumper Antenna (A2/31)

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• Beneath rear bumper
• Discrete wire to rear KG module (N102)
• Output controlled by rear KG module

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 Requesting Locking & Unlocking

KG CAN

Door handle switches Rear door KG modules

Trunk switches

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Rear KG module
EIS

CAN B

Rear SAM 32
 Requesting Engine Start

“Park”

CAN C

Electronic
Selector Module

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CAN B
EIS

SBC
hydraulic
unit
Rear SAM
Brake switch 33
 Waking-up the Remote Control Key

Rear bumper antenna Trunk KG antenna

Dotted line =
RF signal

Rear door Interior

Rear KG KG compartment
module modules module

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EIS KG CAN 34
 Remote Control Key Replies

Right antenna
amplifier module

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Rear window
antenna

KG CAN
Rear KG
module EIS
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When Locking or Unlocking is Authorized:

CAN B Command to lock, unlock

or operate remote trunk
release

KG CAN
Rear
(When unlocking) door KG
control
module

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KG
Door
Opening
Assist
Motor
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 Engine Start Authorization

Electronic
Steering Lock

ME-SFI control
module
CAN C

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EIS

Note: Engine shut-off request does not require EIS to authorize the remote control key

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 KG Locking / Unlocking Notes
• In selective unlocking mode: if any door handle except the driver’s door
handle is grasped by the holder of the KG key, the vehicle will unlock
globally
• If unlocked using KG, the vehicle will re-lock after 30-40 seconds if no
door is opened
• “Summer opening” is only possible using infrared signal from remote
control key
• Convenience closing not possible from trunk switch

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 W211 Keyless Go (KG)
Group: 80.61
Control unit designation: N73
U.S. Introduction: MY2003
Major components: Master keys
Pushbutton start/stop switch
Door antennas
Interior compartment module/antenna
Trunk area antenna
Rear bumper antenna
Door handle switches
Door open assist solenoids (1 per door)
Trunk switch

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CAN(s) used CAN B, CAN C, KG CAN
Mils: no
Warning messages in ICM? Yes
DTC capable? Yes
Control unit adaptation? “Assign transmitter card to key track”
Requires control unit adaptation in: ICM
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Acronyms Used in This Presentation
CAN Controller Area Network
DAS Diagnostic Assistance System
DCM Door Control Module
DTB Dealer Technical Bulletin
ECM Engine Control Module
EIS Electronic Ignition Switch
ESL Electronic Steering Lock
ESM Electronic Selector Module
IC(M) Instrument Cluster (Module)
KG Keyless Go

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LED Light Emitting Diode
RF Right Front
SAM Signal Acquisition Module
SDS Star Diagnosis System

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 Appendix
• MBUSA Technical Training website:
http://www.mbusatechtraining.com/home.asp > Information Access
• Http://www.Marquardt.De/englisch/haupt_frame.Html (The maker of
the R209 / W211 KG system)
• WIS group 80.61 for the particular model
– Unlocking function: GF80.61-P-2009T (W211)
– Locking function: GF80.61-P-2010T (W211)
• NETSTAR information
• W211 Self-Study material

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 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPC)

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These technical training materials are current as of the date noted on the materials, and may be revised or updated without notice.
Always check for revised or updated information.

To help avoid personal injury to you or others, and to avoid damage to the vehicle on which you are working, you must always refer
to the latest Mercedes-Benz Technical Publication and follow all pertinent instructions when testing, diagnosing or making repair.
Illustrations and descriptions in this training reference are based on preliminary information and may not correspond to the final US
version vehicles. Refer to the official introduction manual and WIS when available.
Copyright Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, 2002

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Reproduction by any means or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted
without written authorization from Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC or its successors.
Published by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Printed in U. S.A.

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 General Information
• TPC constantly monitors tire pressure
• Pressure and temperature values are sent from the wheels to antennas
using radio frequency
• Antennas are connected directly to TPC module
• Ambient temperature and fuel level are supplied via CAN-B
• TPC module evaluates data and passes it on to the instrument cluster
module (ICM) via CAN-B
• ICM display informs / warns driver of:
– Sudden pressure loss
– Pressure too low

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– TPC system failure
– External interference
– Low battery in sensor

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 Advantages
• Early warning when sudden pressure loss occurs
• Avoid blowouts due to high speed / low pressure conditions
• Driver is alerted to the need to check tire pressure
• Pressure can be checked electronically
• Tire wear reduced (-0.3 bar = 25% reduction in service life)
• Increased fuel mileage

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Survey of Pressure Checking Habits
% Of passenger car drivers who check tire pressure:

• Weekly 8.76 %
• When tires seem low 25.63 %
• When serviced 30.18 %
• Before long trip 0.99 %
• Other 6.46 %
• Do not check 6.56 %

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In a random check of 6442 cars stopping at gas stations:
36% had one or more tires that were at least 20% under-inflated.
26% had one or more tires that were at least 25% under-inflated.

(Source: NHTSA study)

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 Important Points:
• How to read out tire pressures electronically
• How TPC is networked and how it gathers data
• Part locations
• What to look for during a tire change
• How to “read” information on a wheel sensor
• How to install a wheel sensor
• When and how to “activate”
• What typical faults might be displayed
• Service tips for working on TPC

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TPC Function-typical

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(W220 video)
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Electronic Tire Pressure Check
• Electronic check:
1. Call up the odometer display by
pressing steering wheel buttons
(2)
2. Display tire pressure by pressing
steering wheel arrow buttons
(v)
• Four values are displayed
– In either bar or psi

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– Blanks indicate that no values
are stored
• This is also the display you’ll see
after performing an “activation” to
store new pressure values

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 Basic TPC Components

CAN-B

Instrument Cluster
4 wheel sensors: 4 Antennas in TPC module
Module
- Pressure wheel housings
- Readout values
- Temperature

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- Display warnings
- Vehicle speed
input

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 Wheel Sensors and Antennas

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Transmission intervals
• New sensor inoperative until 1.5 bar applied for > 3 minutes
• Normal conditions: Measure once every 3 seconds, transmit once every 55 seconds
• When pressure drops >0.2 bar / minute: Measure and transmit once every 0.8 second

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 Wheel Sensor and Valve Components
Plastic cap

11mm

Within the sensor:

Lock nut
- Lithium Battery
Spacer ring
- Pressure sensor
T20 Valve
- Temperature sensor
(Aluminum)
- 315MHz Transmitter

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Hollow
screw

Plastic cap prevents corrosion

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Wheel Sensor Battery

• Battery not replaceable

• Battery life approximately 7
years
• With each data transmission,
the sensor reports on remaining
battery life
• DAS can be used to check
remaining battery life (in

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months)
• Production date (july 15,1999)
stamped on sensor

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 W211 TPC Module (N88)

At left side of trunk,

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behind rear SAM

Task: Receive tire pressure and temperature info from wheel sensors.
Process info received via CAN-B and determine if tire pressures are OK.
T.30 Power and ground supplied by N10/2
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 Additional Inputs to TPC

CAN-B

Front left SAM Rear SAM Central gateway EIS

- Ambient temp - Fuel level - Country - Ignition on
- Charging volts - Trunk lid status - Vehicle specific info

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Tire Service
• Stay clear of wheel sensor to
prevent damage
• With tire removed, check
condition of wheel sensor - no
need to remove sensor from
wheel to do this!
• Before mounting tire, check
date stamp on sensor
• Replace sensor if over 5 years
old

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43a Wheel weight
43g Wheel sensor (~32 grams)
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 Wheel Sensor Inspection
• White filter on underside of sensor
– Don’t remove it
– No compressed air or detergents
– Use a clean, lint-free cloth
• Replace entire sensor if:
– Damaged
– Too dirty to clean
– Tire sealant was used
– Over 5 years old

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• Replace valve if:
– It has been removed
– Screw or nut is loose

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 Installing Wheel Sensor
• Always use new valve
• 315mhz must show on U.S. Sensor
Electronic ID number • Record electronic ID number of sensor
• 2.0mm hole in valve must face upward
• Spacer has 45° bevel on both sides
• When installing new sensor, use 2.0mm
pin (6) to counter hold valve (2) while
tightening lock nut (4)
• Hollow screw and nut both torqued to
4nm

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 Electronic Identification Number

• Each sensor has a unique, wheel

electronic identification number that
it sends to the TPC module with
each data transmission

• The TPC module must learn this

number and identify it with a specific
wheel position on the vehicle

• The wheel electronic identification

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number is stamped on the sensor

433MHz indicates European standard (US version = 315MHz)

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Activation means:
“Activation” Notes
– Clearing old tire pressure specifications from TPC memory
– Storing new tire pressure specification values for each wheel

Activation is performed when:

– Setting a different inflation pressure base-line value
– Cluster says to “re-activate TPC”
– Tires are rotated
– Winter tires are mounted
– A wheel sensor has been replaced
– The TPC control module has been replaced

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– A TPC fault code has been erased

Activation is initiated using steering wheel & ICM buttons and completed by driving
the vehicle

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 Learning Wheel Sensor Location
• Before new tire pressure specification values can be stored, the TPC module
must have learned the wheel sensor identification numbers and matched
those numbers with their specific location on the vehicle

• The fastest way for the TPC module to learn this information is by entering it
into TPC memory using the DAS program. (“Control unit adaptations” >
“settings”)
– “Activation” will occur faster if sensor locations are already known

• The slower method of learning is to simply perform an “activation”. While

driving, first the wheel sensor locations will be learned and then the new

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pressure specifications will be stored
– TPC will have to determine sensor location by measuring field strength at
the antennas
– TPC must receive a greater number of clear signals from each sensor

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TPC Activation Procedure
1. Vehicle stationary
2. Tire pressures set correctly
3. Engine OFF / Ignition ON
4. Use steering wheel buttons (2) to scroll
to “0 mph” display (S110s1)

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 TPC Activation Procedure
5. Use steering wheel buttons (⇑/⇓)
to display tire pressure screen

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6. Tap the reset button (A1r1)

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 TPC Activation Procedure

This will be the next screen:

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7. Press the “+” button (S111s1) on steering wheel to bring up the next display...
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 TPC Activation Procedure

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• “Activation” now begins • This screen indicates that previous
settings have been cleared

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 TPC Activation Completed

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• After driving 10-30 minutes, display will suddenly show four actual
pressures. (Remember: 1 signal every 55 seconds)
• System is then “activated”, with new values stored
• If the values you are trying to set are implausible, cluster will display:
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TPC Messages Are Displayed in ICM

Example shown: system

shut-down due to
outside interference

Function or operation
warnings are
displayed in white

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Red warning display =
major loss of
pressure

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 Function Warnings
Tire pressure monitor / Visit workshop
CAN, component, sensor battery, DTC is stored
Tire pressure monitor temporarily inactive
During initialization, external interference, temp. >120°C, additional
wheel sensors in vehicle
Tire pressure monitor activated
During activation - pressures show after driving a few minutes
Tire pressure monitor / Reactivate

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Pressure is 0.3 bar above stored value, or after replacing N88

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 Operation Warnings
Tire pressure / check tire
- Pressure in one or more tires dropped >0.2 bar (2.9 psi) below stored
pressure. Message shows for 30 sec. After every start-up
- Pressure difference >0.4 bar (5.8 psi) between tires on same axle
- Pressures too low, temperature OK (<120°C)
- After an activation request with implausible pressure adjustment

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 Operation Warnings Displayed in RED

Tire pressure LF / check tire

– Pressure in one or more tires has dropped to 0.4 bar (5.8 psi) below the
stored pressure
– Specific tire may not be indicated
– Message displayed continuously

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Tire Pressure LF / Caution Tire Defect
- Pressure loss >0.2 bar (2.9 psi) per minute
- Specific tire location indicated
- Stop immediately and install spare wheel / tire

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 Service Tips
• When an antenna or sensor problem is suspected, remount wheel to different
location, erase DTC and see if problem moves. This will eliminate antenna, wiring,
ECU, etc. Initializing first will make this faster.

• When using wheels without pressure sensors, deactivate TPC using DAS (“control
unit adaptations” > “read coding and change if necessary” > “monitoring function” >
F2 > select “not active”, then “transfer coding into control unit”.)

• When TPC is deactivated, client will get a white message, “tire pressure control-
reactivate” each time engine is started.

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 Acronyms used in this Presentation
CAN Controller Area Network
DAS Diagnostic Assistance System
DTC Diagnostic Trouble Code
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EIS Electronic Ignition Switch
ICM Instrument Cluster Module
ID Identification
mph mils per hour
MHz Megahertz
NHTSA National Highway Transportation System Administration

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PDI Pre-delivery Inspection
psi pounds per square inch
SAM Signal Acquisition Module
TPC Tire Pressure Monitoring
VSS Vehicle Speed Signal
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 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPC)
Group: 40.15
Control unit designation: N88
U.S. Introduction: MY2001
Major components: TPC module (N88)
Wheel sensors (A69/1-4)
Antennas (A2/44-47)
Related control modules: Driver-side SAM (N10/1)
Rear SAM (N10/2)
Central gateway (N93)
EIS (N73)
Instrument cluster (A1)
CAN(s) used: CAN-B

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Mils: no
Warning messages in ICM? Yes
DTC capable? Yes
Control unit adaptation? “Activation” with driver controls
Requires control unit adaptation in: ICM

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 Appendix
• W211 Self-study material
• Parts listed in group 54, electronic parts catalog
• RDK is the German acronym
• MBUSA Technical Training website:
http://www.mbusatechtraining.com/home.asp > Information Access
• Web site http://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/vrtc/ca/tpms.htm contains a
study of 10 monitoring systems. System E (the Beru system on a
BMW) is the one most like the MB system.
• Another interesting article on the need for tire pressure monitoring:

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http://www.nhtsa.gov/cars/rules/rulings/TirePressure/fedreg.htm
• The first part of the NTHSA ruling on TPM:
http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/rules/rulings/TirePresFinal/Index.html

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 W211 Dual Battery System

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219 BCM (ACB-ICC) 11-29-02
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These technical training materials are current as of the date noted on the materials, and may be revised or updated without notice. Always
check for revised or updated information.

To help avoid personal injury to you or others, and to avoid damage to the vehicle on which you are working, you must always refer to the
latest Mercedes-Benz Technical Publication and follow all pertinent instructions when testing, diagnosing or making repair.
Illustrations and descriptions in this training reference are based on preliminary information and may not correspond to the final US version
vehicles. Refer to the official introduction manual and WIS when available.
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 Program Highlights
• Power distribution
- pre-fuse diagram
- pre-fuse locations
• Dual battery on-board electrical system components
- systems battery
- auxiliary battery
- battery control module
- auxiliary battery relay
- cut-off relay for interruptible loads

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• Dual battery functional description
- normal modes
- failure modes
- charging auxiliary battery

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W211 Dual Battery System Function

An auxiliary battery supplies electrical energy for a

limited time if the systems battery voltage is low.

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Systems Battery (G1)

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Location: (G1) installed in trunk
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 W211 Systems Battery (G1)

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• Systems Battery: 12V, 95 Ah, 520A (DIN)
• Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) design, also known as Valve Regulated Lead Acid
(VRLA) type
• Function - Primary power source for all vehicle electrical systems
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Location of Auxiliary Battery (G1/7)

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Auxiliary battery installed below air intake of HVAC
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Location of Auxiliary Battery (G1/7)

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Shown with HVAC air intake / filter removed
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 Auxiliary Battery (G1/7)

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• Auxiliary Battery: 12V, 12Ah, 170 A (DIN)
• Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) design
• Function - Provides supplemental power if systems battery (G1) voltage is low

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 AGM / VRLA Battery Properties

• Longer service life

• Improved cold starting characteristics
• Improved deep cycle performance
• No liquid acid spills or leaks
• Fast recharge time

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• Completely maintenance free

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 AGM / VRLA Battery Testing
• Requires the new Midtronics MCR 717 tester and printer
• Tester measures battery conductance by inducing A/C voltage of a given frequency
and amplitude on the battery posts and monitoring the current flow in response to it
• Discard the acid density sheet, and enter test code (recorded by tester) on warranty
claim forms
• Battery replaced under warranty must have a test printout attached to the R.O.
• Detailed information about testing, and using the MCR717 can be found in WIS
SI54.10-P-0003-01

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Front Pre-fuse Box (F32)

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70
72 73 74 75
76 77

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Location: Passenger footwell
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Pre-fuse Box (F33)

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F3

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Location: Front of spare tire well
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 Pre-fuse Power Distribution
F32 F33
f78
N10/1 200 A
f77 f79
Res. N10/2 200 A
f76 f80
N22 40 A N10/1 150 A
f75 f81
N10/11 40 A F34 150 A
f74
K67 40 A
f73
A7/3 40 A
f72
A7/3 50 A
f84
N82 5A
f71 f85
M4/7 150 A N112 and A35/11 5A
f70 f86
150 A X58/1 5A
f87
M40/1 40 A

f89
Res.
M1 G2

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G1/7 G1
- +
+ -

K57/2 N82

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Legend: Pre-fuse Block Power Distribution
A7/3 Traction system hydraulic unit
A35/11 Voice recognition module (VCS)
F32 Front pre-fuse box
F33 Rear pre-fuse box
F34 Interior fuse box (left of instrument panel)
G1 Systems battery
G1/7 Auxiliary battery
G2 Alternator
K57/2 Auxiliary battery relay
K67 AIRmatic relay
N10/1 Driver signal acquisition and actuation module (SAM-D)
N10/2 Rear signal acquisition and actuation module (SAM-R)
N10/11 Passenger signal acquisition and actuation module (SAM-P)
N22 Air conditioning control module

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N82 Battery control module
N112 Communication platform (CP)
M1 Starter motor
M4/7 Electric suction fan with integrated control
M40/1 Pneumatic pump of dynamic seat control
X58/1 Interior socket

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Battery Control Module (N82)

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Location: Rear of spare tire well
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 Function of N82
1. Monitors the voltages of (G1) and (G1/7)

2. Monitors alternator voltage (terminal 61) via CAN B

3. Controls auxiliary battery relay (K57/2)

4. Controls consumer prioritization function

5. Optimizes charging of auxiliary battery (G1/7)

6. Notes emergency operation and sets fault codes

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(CAN communication / DTC’s)
7. Notes emergency operation resulting in IC / MF fault message
displays

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Auxiliary Battery Relay (K57/2)

Location: Below windshield wiper cowl plastic trim

Function:

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• Controlled by N82
• De-energized during normal operation (N.O.)
• Energized to recharge G1/7
• Energized if engine running and system voltage low
• Connects G1/7 to electrical consumers
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Cut-off Relay for Interruptible Loads (K75)

5 or
K7
5
K7

Location: LF SAM (N10/1)

Function:

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• Controlled by N82
• De-energized during normal operation (N.C.)
• Energized during emergency operation
• Opens 30/15R to cigar lighter (R3r1), and 12V socket (X58/1) rear of center
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 Normal Mode

F33 - Battery control module monitors

Kl. 30
voltages and calculates the
CAN-B
condition of both batteries
N82 E
-
G1 - Monitors total current
+
Kl. 31
consumption through common
-
ground
F30 G1/7
+ E
- Consumer prioritization off
F32

30 87 - Relay K57/2 de-energized

K57/2 G2 M1

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F30 Polyswitch fuse G1 Battery K57/2 Auxiliary battery relay
F32 Front pre-fuse box G1/7 Auxiliary battery M1 Starter
F33 Rear pre-fuse box G2 Alternator N82 Battery control module
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Multi-Function Display Fault Messages

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 Consumer Prioritization
If, for example, the alternator fails:

• Both consumer prioritization stages (1 and 2) are immediately activated

via the CAN
• A red warning info appears in the instrument cluster
• The auxiliary battery is not engaged until G1 voltage is low

If, for example, N82 determines the load capacity of systems battery (G1) is
inadequate:

• Stage 1 consumer prioritization via CAN

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• Stage 2 consumer prioritization via CAN
(if deactivating stage 1 consumers was not adequate)
• The auxiliary battery is connected and the red warning then appears
in the instrument cluster

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 Emergency Mode

Engine running, systems battery

F33
Kl. 30 low:
CAN-B
- Consumers deactivated in
N82 E 2 stages by CAN messages
-
G1
+
Kl. 31

-
- Fault messages in instrument
G1/7 cluster indicate deactivation of
F30
+ E
consumers
F32
- Auxiliary battery relay (K57/2) is
30 87 energized. Auxiliary battery is
connected for supplying power
K57/2 G2 M1 to electrical consumers

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F30 Polyswitch fuse G1 Battery K57/2 Auxiliary battery relay
F32 Front pre-fuse box G1/7 Auxiliary battery M1 Starter
F33 Rear pre-fuse box G2 Alternator N82 Battery control module
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 Auxiliary Battery Charging Mode

F33 - Battery control module detects

Kl. 30
CAN-B insufficient voltage at auxiliary
battery
N82 E
G1
- + - Auxiliary battery relay (K57/2) is
Kl. 31
activated for a short period of
-
time if primary system voltage is
F30 G1/7
above 13.5V
+ E

F32
- Auxiliary battery is charged
30 87 by alternator through auxiliary
battery relay (K57/2)
K57/2 G2 M1

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- This charging cycle will only
occur once per ignition cycle

F30 Polyswitch fuse G1 Battery K57/2 Auxiliary battery relay

F32 Front prefuse box G1/7 Auxiliary battery M1 Starter
F33 Rear prefuse box G2 Alternator N82 Battery control module
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Dual Battery System Diagram CAN B

N10/1 - circuit 61

N73 - ignition key

inserted

N93 - diagnosis

G1 - systems battery
sensing

N10/2 - trunk switch

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G1/7 - auxiliary battery
sensing

A1 - warning messages

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 Dual Battery Service Tips
Normalization:
If the systems battery is disconnected or dead, the following systems should be
checked for normal operation. If systems are inoperative or erratic then normalization
will have to be performed.

Potential systems requiring normalizing are:

• ESP • Left front seat

• AAC - automatic air conditioning • Right front seat
• Windows and sunroof • Steering wheel and mirrors

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Adding additional electric accessories:
When adding accessories always use a power supply that is fused through the
pre-fuse boxes. This will ensure that the BCM can monitor the current
consumption accurately.
DO NOT CONNECT ACCESSORIES DIRECTLY TO BATTERY TERMINALS
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 Appendix
WIS doc.# Topic
AH54.10-P-0002-01A Notes on AGM battery construction, and properties
AR54.10-P-1129-01A Battery test using Midtronics MCR717
OF58.40-P-3000-04A Order form for Midtronics MCR717
GF54.10-P-4201T Auxiliary battery relay, location, and function
GF54.10-P-1001T Two-battery vehicle power supply, function
GF54.21-P-4121-02T Vehicle power supply control module, task

ETM doc #
PE54.15-P-2502DA Pre-fuse F32 wiring diagram

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PE54.15-P-2503DA Pre-fuse F33 wiring diagram
PE54.15-P-2501DA Pre-fuse F34 wiring diagram

Internet Sites
www.midtronics.com Total battery management (AGM) charging, testing
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 Distronic Cruise Control
for Model 211

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DTR: Distance Tracking Radar

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These technical training materials are current as of the date noted on the materials, and may be revised or updated without notice.
Always check for revised or updated information.

To help avoid personal injury to you or others, and to avoid damage to the vehicle on which you are working, you must always refer
to the latest Mercedes-Benz Technical Publication and follow all pertinent instructions when testing, diagnosing or making repair.
Illustrations and descriptions in this training reference are based on preliminary information and may not correspond to the final US
version vehicles. Refer to the official introduction manual and WIS when available.
Copyright Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, 2002

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Reproduction by any means or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted
without written authorization from Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC or its successors.
Published by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Printed in U. S.A.

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 Important Points:
• DTR is a further development of cruise control
• DTR is a convenience system... not a safety system
• DTR will reduce speed when necessary in order to maintain a
selected following interval
• DTR information is displayed in cluster
• Additional components necessary for DTR operation
• Checks, adjustments and adaptations necessary for DTR
• DTR works closely with ESP, ME-SFI and ETC
• Answers to common DTR complaints

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 DTR is Cruise Control and More...
• With no vehicle ahead, DTR will operate like normal cruise control
– Downshifting to slow the vehicle when going downhill
– Slowing the vehicle when set speed is toggled lower with switch

• With a vehicle ahead, DTR will control the “following interval”

– Driver selects desired “following interval”
– DTR will reduce the speed difference to match the lead vehicle
– DTR will warn driver audibly, and in the instrument cluster display if
closing speed to lead vehicle is too high

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How DTR Lowers Vehicle Speed
• Reduces engine torque
– DTR > ESP > ME-SFI
• Downshifts when going downhill
– DTR > ESP > ETC
– No lower than 3rd gear
• Applies brakes
– when going downhill
– DTR > ESP > SBC

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– 10% or less braking is normally sufficient
– 20% maximum braking is possible

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Switching DTR On and Adjusting Speed
• DTR is switched on when switching on cruise control (S40)
• Tapping upwards (1) or downwards (2) changes the “SET” speed to the
next ~ 5 mph increment. (ie: starting at a set speed of 62mph, you
would change to either 65 or 60mph)
• Tapping the switch in the “RESUME” direction (4) increases the set
speed in 1 mph increments.

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 Display When Switching On DTR

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• The word Distronic (1) will be displayed
• Audible warning symbol appears when function is enabled
• The selected speed will be displayed for ~ 5 seconds

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 Notes on Switching DTR On and Off
• DTR will not engage:
– For up to 2 minutes after engine start-up
• This is the initialization / self-test phase
– <25mph
– If parking brake is activated
– If ESP has been switched off manually
– If gear selector is not in position “D”

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• DTR will switch OFF for the same reasons cruise control switches off

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DTR Controls on Center Console

1) Audible warning on-off switch (S46/8s1)

2) Indicator light
- Light ON means audible warning ON
3) Potentiometer for regulating following
interval from 1-2 seconds (S46/8r1)

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Additional Information From Display

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1) Lead vehicle 4) Vehicle driven
2) Distance to lead vehicle 5) Audible warning ON
3) Minimum following distance
calculated from selected following
interval (1-2 seconds)
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 Operating Notes
• Note: DTR screen can be displayed in cluster while driving without
engaging cruise control (the word Distronic doesn’t appear)

• Audible DTR warnings are active without cruise control engagement,

unless switched off by driver

• DTR will not apply the brakes to slow the vehicle while driver is using
accelerator to exceed the DTR speed setting

• System is designed to work with moving objects

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Display when Overtaking Another Vehicle
Information and warnings displayed as a
result of CAN C data received from DTR
control module:

• “Distronic” = Distronic is engaged

• Desired speed set at 130km/h (1)
• Vehicle speed has been reduced to
80km/h to match speed of lead vehicle
• Minimum following interval set by driver

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What DTR “Sees”:

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Detection Challenge:

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Detection Challenge:

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Detection Challenge:

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 DTR Network
DTR module
(N63/1)
ICM SCM CGW
(A1) (N80) (N93)

CAN C

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ESP ME-SFI ETC
Radar sensor (N47-5) (N3/10) (N15/3)
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DTR Control Module (N63/1)
• Task
– Provide power for radar sensor
– Detect vehicles ahead
– Determine need for and request
necessary intervention
– Control ICM displays and warning
signal
• Design
– 3 connectors, 1 is coaxial from B29
• Function

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– Interpret radar sensor data
– Assess pertinent CAN C data
• Location
– Front passenger floor

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 Instrument Cluster Module (A1)

CAN C

• Displays information and warnings sent by DTR module

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• Audible warning actuated
• Visual warning actuated

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 Steering Column Module (N80)

S40/4

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N49 N80
CAN C

Input from Steering angle sensor (N49) and cruise

control switch (S40/4) is received by Steering
Column Module (N80). Data is then sent to CAN C
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 Central Gateway (N93)
CAN B

Upper Control Panel

(N72/1)

National
• Audible warning switch code
information

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• Following interval potentiometer

CAN C
Console switches
(S46/8)
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 ESP, ME-SFI and ETC
CAN C

DTR (N63/1)

ME-SFI (N3/10) ETC (N15/3)

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ESP (N47-5)
• Wheel speeds • Vehicle code • Actual gear
• Brake control • Engine torque • Target gear
• Torque control
• RPM • Downshift control
• DTR shut-off • DTR “on”
• Rotational speed and
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 DTR Radar Sensor (B29)
Task: Transmit radar signals
forward and receive the reflected
signals. Transmit processed
analog data over coaxial cable
directly to DTR control module.
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Data used by DTR to detect objects:
• Distance to object
• Speed of object
• Angle to object
• Radar segment used
• Intensity of reflected beam
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3 Radar Sensor Beam Segments

Feet 328‘ 164‘ 0

3º

3º

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3º
12.3’
Width of 3º Radar beam segment at 328’ (100meters)

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Detection Challenge:

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Detection Challenge:

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Radar Sensor Adjustment to be Performed
ONLY by Technicians Completing
TECH234 Alignment Course
• Checking aim of radar sensor (B29) is necessary when:
– Radar sensor (B29) has been replaced
– Any repairs have been made to front end of vehicle that affect
position of radar sensor (B29)
– Wheel alignment has been adjusted
– Results of DAS “Object Recognition Check” indicate that it should
be done

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 DTR Control Unit Adaptation
• Adaptation is necessary after:
– Replacement of DTR control module (N63/1)
– Replacement of steering angle sensor (N49)
– Removal of steering wheel
– Replacement or adjustment of radar sensor (B29)
– Exchange or repair of chassis components including
setting wheel toe

• What is being “adapted”:

DTR control module with steering angle sensor, radar sensor,

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lateral/yaw sensor, and wheel speed inputs

• How to do it:
– Connect DAS to vehicle>select DTR>select Control unit
adaptations>answer YES
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 Service Tip
• Before working on DTR...Check for and correct faults in all
drive and chassis systems

• Remember…DTR works together with

– Electronic Stability Program (N47-5)
– Steering Column Module (N80)
– ME-SFI (N3/10)
– Electronic Transmission Control (N15/3)
– Electronic Ignition Switch (N73)

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– Instrument Cluster (A1)
– Vehicle level control system

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 ICM Message ) Meaning
• DTR is automatically switched off
Distronic Malfunction
) • Message can be cleared after cleaning by
Clean Sensor
switching ignition off/on
• No fault codes are stored(see exception below)

• Dirt, snow or ice build up on the radar sensor. (The display

shows“ ---“, instead of the current vehicle speed.)
Possible

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causes : • Heavy rain, mist or fog which can dampen radar signals
enough to cause difficulty in detecting vehicles ahead.

• Road spray may cause warning chime and temporary

shutdown of DTR (Extended exposure will cause a DTC)

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 Distronic (DTR)
Group: 30.30
Control unit designation: N63/1
U.S. Introduction: MY2001
Major components: DTR Control Module (N63/1)
Radar Sensor (B29)
Steering Angle Sensor (N49)
Cruise Control Switch (S40/4)
Console Switches (S46/8)
Electronic Ignition Switch (N73)
Instrument Cluster (A1)
Electronic Stability Program (N47-5)
ME-SFI (N3/10)
Electronic Transmission Control (N15/3)
Upper Control Panel (N72/1)
Steering Column Module (N80)

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CAN(s) used: CAN B & CAN C
Mils: No
Warning messages in Cluster? Yes
DTC capable? Yes
Control unit adaptation? Yes
Requires control unit adaptation in: EIS, ME-SFI, ICM, CGW

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Acronyms used in this Presentation
CAN Controller Area Network
CGW Central Gateway
DAS Diagnostic Assistance System
DTR Distance Tracking Radar
ESP Electronic Stability Program
ETC Electronic Transmission Control
ICM Instrument Cluster module
ME-SFI Motor Electronics-Sequential Fuel Injection

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SBC Sensotronic Brake Control
SCM Steering Column Module
UCP Upper Control Panel

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 Appendix
• W211 self-study material
• MBUSA Technical Training website:
http://www.mbusatechtraining.com/home.asp > Information Access
• Job numbers below concern R230 (W211-specific info unavailable at
this time)
• GF30.30-P-0999Z Distronic (DTR) function description contents
• AR30.30-P-1000R Inspect/adjust setting of sensors of Distronic (DTR)

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 Flexible Service System Plus
(FSS PLUS)

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These technical training materials are current as of the date noted on the materials, and may be revised or updated without notice.
Always check for revised or updated information.

To help avoid personal injury to you or others, and to avoid damage to the vehicle on which you are working, you must always refer
to the latest Mercedes-Benz Technical Publication and follow all pertinent instructions when testing, diagnosing or making repair.
Illustrations and descriptions in this training reference are based on preliminary information and may not correspond to the final US
version vehicles. Refer to the official introduction manual and WIS when available.
Copyright Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, 2001

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Reproduction by any means or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted
without written authorization from Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC or its successors.
Published by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Printed in U. S.A.

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 Objectives

Upon completion of this section, you will be able to:

• Explain the differences between FSS and FSS PLUS

• Identify new system components
• Explain the brake wear calculation

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• Identify two methods for retrieving maintenance information

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 Purpose of FSS (1st Generation)

• Reduce operating and

maintenance costs
• Less frequent services with
no loss of performance or
dependability
• Uses distance and time related

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variables to determine
maintenance intervals
(A & B services)
• Automatic notification of need
for service
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 FSS PLUS Overview

In addition to the existing FSS, FSS PLUS incorporates:

• Brake service intervals (“+” indicator)
• An enhanced history memory
• Service codes A thru H

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• A new control unit (Central Gateway)

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 FSS PLUS Component Overview
Data communicated on: CAN B, CAN C, CAN D & CAN SBC

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 FSS PLUS Component Overview
(Engine Related Data)

The following inputs are sent

to the engine control module
(N3/10)
• Crankshaft position (L5)
• Oil level, quality and
temperature (B40)

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• Coolant temperature (B11/4)

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 FSS PLUS Component Overview
(Wheel Speed Related Data)

The following inputs are

sent to the ESP control
module (N47/5)
• L.F. wheel speed (L6/1)
• R.F. wheel speed (L6/2)
• L.R. wheel speed (L6/3)

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• R.R. wheel speed (L6/4)

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 FSS PLUS Component Overview
(Brake Related Data)

• A 50% sensor (S10/1) is

hard wired to the left front
SAM (N10/1)
• This sensor is used to
calculate remaining brake
pad life

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 Brake Wear Calculation

Remaining brake pad life is calculated using:

• Mileage since front brake pads replaced
• 50% front left brake pad wear sensor input

At 100% pad wear a warning is displayed.

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 Brake Pad Wear Sensors

• Sensors designed differently

to avoid improper installation
• One sensor on each front wheel
- left = 50 % (S10/1)
- right = 100 % (S10/2)
• One sensor right rear wheel

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- 100 % (S10/4)
• All sensors hard wired to N10/1

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 FSS PLUS Component Overview
(Information Transfer)

The central gateway (N93)

receives information from
the following
• Engine control module (N3/10)
• ESP control module (N47/5)
• Left front SAM (N10/1)

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 Central Gateway (CGW)

Uses the following to calculate

service items and intervals
• Engine oil variables
• Brake wear calculation
• Service items (service sheet)

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• History memory

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 FSS PLUS Component Overview
(Service Codes Accessed)

• Service codes can be

viewed in the instrument
cluster and via SDS
• In the future, SDS/WIS
can be used to generate
and print a service
sheet for the vehicle

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 FSS PLUS Displays (Customer)

• Customer display
• Codes A-H are displayed
• Accessed using the
multi-function steering
wheel (as before)

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 Interpreting Service Codes

s 1h
• Determined by the maintenance ur our
ho
calculation 8 A
B

2h
• Each service code has a

our
urs

H
corresponding estimated time

s
7 ho

C
Servicecode
• “+” next to a service code

u rs
indicates need for brake

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service (inspection) 6h

D
ou
F
- i.e. D+ rs E

5 hou our s
rs 4 h

Note: Service codes are used for estimating time ONLY. They do NOT indicate the same
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 Accessing Workshop Information
Multi-Function Displays

1. Begin at the customer

display screen

2. Press and hold the

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reset button for 5 seconds

3. Use the multi-function steering

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 Service Menu Screen

• Initial screen that appears

when accessing FSS PLUS
• Scroll up and down using
the and buttons
• Select menu using button

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 Service Data Screen

• “58M21” used in the future

for generating a service
sheet via SDS/WIS
• “Weighting” time it will
take to perform the service
items
- displayed in minutes

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• Miles/days remaining
- same as before

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 Items Screen

• Required service items

• Refer to service sheet
for detailed break-down
• “∧” or “∨“ indicator in the
display indicates additional
items

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- use / buttons
for scrolling

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 Confirmation Screen

• Confirms service performed

in central gateway (N93)
• All service items listed can
be confirmed and cancelled
• Individual service items can
be cancelled

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• Scroll up and down using
the and buttons
• Select option using button

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 Special Work Screen

• Allows you to manually set

a date for:
- exhaust gas analysis
- general inspection

• Scroll up and down using

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the and buttons
• Change month and year using
the and buttons
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 Service Tip
(Brake Pad Wear Gauge)

• Used for measuring

pad thickness (E320 only)
• Also a tire tread depth
211 589 06 23 00
gauge

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 Using the Tool

• Move the slide (2) against

the driver (3)
• Insert the gauge pin (4) in
the inspection hole
• Move the gauge against
pad carrier

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• Read the pad thickness

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 Service Notes

• For CGW (N93) replacement store information in

SDS/DAS then download into new CGW
• If CGW is damaged, information can be uploaded into
new CGW manually

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 Semi-Active
Air Suspension (SAS)

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Std E500 (optional E320)
219 HO SAS (ACB-ICC) 07-31-02
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These technical training materials are current as of the date noted on the materials, and may be revised or updated without notice.
Always check for revised or updated information.

To help avoid personal injury to you or others, and to avoid damage to the vehicle on which you are working, you must always refer
to the latest Mercedes-Benz Technical Publication and follow all pertinent instructions when testing, diagnosing or making repair.
Illustrations and descriptions in this training reference are based on preliminary information and may not correspond to the final US
version vehicles. Refer to the official introduction manual and WIS when available.
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 SAS Advantages
• Improved driving safety and ride comfort due to:
- Suspension ride height adaptation to vehicle load
- Suspension dampening adaptation to road and driving style
- Lower center of gravity (speed dependent)
- Less aerodynamic drag (improved MPG)
- Less up force on the front axle (anti-squat at rear axle)

• Driver control of:

- Vehicle level

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- Dampening

• Driver information:
- Vehicle raised function indicator lamps in switch
- Sport dampening function indicator lamps in switch
- Multi-function display of warning messages 3
 SAS Function

• SAS Dual Control System

- Air suspension leveling
- Air suspension dampening

• ADS II

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- Hydraulic dampening

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Front Air Spring / Strut

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 Front Air Spring Construction
Y51/1y2
40 Front air spring / strut Y51/1y1
Y51/1 LF spring strut valve unit p
y1 Additional volume valve
y2 Level valve
I
p Additional volume air chamber
h
i Stop buffer
l Air chamber
e Piston rod

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h Air bellows
n Protective boot
v Shock absorber
Y51 LF front axle dampening valve
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 Level and Height Adjustment (y2)
y2 Air Out y2 Air In
Solenoid (y2) energized
(open) for ride height
changes

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Note:
Closing y2 acts as the
check valve. This will
maintain air volume in
spring / strut assembly.
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 Air Spring Dampening (y1)
Solenoid (y1) closed y1
y1 (energized)
one air chamber used,
less air volume to
compress = firmer

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Solenoid (y1) open
(de-energized)
both air chambers
used, more air volume to
compress = softer
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 Rear Air Spring / Strut

41 - Rear air spring / strut

5 - Rear dampening shock
Y53 - Rear ADS dampening
valve

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 Rear Air Spring / Strut Construction

y1 q
Y53/1
y2

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41 - Rear air spring / strut q - Connecting hose

h - Air bellows Y53/1 - LR spring strut valve unit
f - Air chamber y1 - additional volume valve
p - Additional volume air chamber y2 - level valve 10
SAS Pneumatic / Hydraulic Components

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A9/1 - SAS compressor unit 42 - SAS central reservoir
40 - Front air spring strut Y51, 52, 53, 54 - ADS dampening valves
41 - Rear air spring strut 5 - Rear shock absorber
41p - Rear air spring additional volume reservoir
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SAS Compressor Unit (A9/1)

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Location: Left front wheel housing 12
Central Reservoir Charge Valve (Y36/6)

Y36/6 - Central reservoir charge valve

B7 - Central pressure sensor

Y36/6

Location: Under left front headlamp

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B7

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SAS Function Diagram

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SAS Function Diagram / Legend
A9/1 SAS compressor unit
- m1 compressor motor
- y1 compressor fill / vent valve
- b pressure relief valve (~21 bar)
- c drier
- a filter

Y36/6 Central reservoir solenoid valve

- b7 SAS pressure sensor

40 Front air spring strut

- Y51/1y1, Y52/1y1 air dampening solenoid
- Y51/1y2, Y52/1y2 level solenoid

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41 Rear air spring strut
- Y53/1y1, Y54/1y1 air dampening solenoid
- Y53/1y2, Y54/1y2 level solenoid

41p Rear air spring additional volume reservoir

42 SAS central reservoir 15

SAS Electrical Components

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 Electrical Components / Legend

A1p13 - IC multifunction display N72s18 - Level adjustment switch

A9/1 - SAS compressor unit N72s25 - Comfort / sport switch
B7 - SAS pressure sensor Y51 - LF ADS dampening valve
B22/3 - Rear level sensor Y51/1 - LF SAS valves
B22/8 - LF axle level sensor Y52 - RF ADS dampening valve
B22/9 - RF axle level sensor Y52/1 - RF SAS valves
B24/3 - LF body acceleration sensor Y53 - LR ADS dampening valve
B24/4 - RF body acceleration sensor Y53/1 - LR SAS valves
B24/6 - Rear body acceleration sensor Y54 - RR ADS dampening valves

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N49 - Steering angle sensor Y54/1 - RR SAS valves
N51 - SAS control module

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SAS Control Module (N51)

N51

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Location: Passenger footwell

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 SAS Wake-Up Function
Wake-up causes SAS module (N51) to monitor vehicle ride
height and adjust as needed dependent on vehicle load
changes.

Wake-up occurs with any one of the following inputs:

• EIS key activation
• Any door activation

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• Trunk lid activation
• Park brake activation
• Stop lamp switch activation

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 Vehicle Level Notes
Wake-up Function
- if level is >30mm lower than normal (0mm +/-10) it will raise to
normal level (if reservoir pressure >11 bar)
- if level is >65mm lower than normal, it will be raised even with
a reservoir pressure of <11 bar by the compressor (prerequisite
battery voltage >12.5v) to -63mm (critical level)
- if level is >10mm higher than normal, it will be lowered
to normal
Normal Function (engine running)
- level will be corrected if level deviates >10mm after
opening a door or trunk
- while driving, the vehicle level will adjust if deviation
>20mm

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- while driving, every 15 minutes the level is adjusted to
within +/- 10mm of normal ride height

Locking Function
- if wheels are unloaded when vehicle stationary, strut
valves remain closed
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Front Level Sensors (B22/8,9)

Each sensor contains:

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• 2 Hall effect sensors
• Redundant signal

Location: Front upper control arm 21

Rear Level Sensor (B22/3)

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Location: Rear stabilizer bar
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Body Acceleration Sensors (B24/3,4,6)

B24/6

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• Measures vertical oscillations of the chassis
• Translates mechanical movements into voltage
signals
• Influences ADS II dampening functions
Location: inside RR wheel housing
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 Level Adjustment Switch (N72s18)

• Raises the vehicle above normal level

• Wired to LCP (N72)

• Input to SAS (N51) via CAN B

• N72 controls LED activation

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 Level Adjustment Parameters

c
b

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A - Normal ride height up to 68 mph, then lowers (b) to -15mm
d - vehicle height will rise to normal height at 37 mph
C - Raised ride height (+20mm).
a - lowers to -15mm if vehicle speed between 50 and 74 mph for 5 minutes
c - lowers to -15mm if vehicle speed greater than 74 mph

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 ADS II
In addition to the two stages of
dampening (air volume) that the SAS air
suspension system provides, the ADS II
system adds another four stages of
dampening (hydraulically).

Under normal driving conditions the SAS

control module will control the dampening
stages automatically based on sensor
inputs.

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Driver can manually choose different
stages by pressing the Comfort / Sport
switch (N72s25) next to the gear shifter.

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ADS II Comfort / Sport Switch (N72s25)
• LED’s off, comfort setting
• Sport setting #1
- 1 LED illuminated
- SAS reduced air dampening volume (firmer)
- ADS II dampening controlled automatically
• Sport setting #2
- 2 LED’s illuminated
- SAS reduced air dampening volume (firmer)
- ADS II, stage 3 or 4 dampening, as required

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• Wired to LCP (N72)
• Input to SAS (N51) via CAN B
• LCP (N72) controls LED activation

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ADS II Shock Absorber

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Movement Oil flow 28
211 SAS vs. 220 AIRmatic Suspension
211 SAS
1. Front air springs w/ integrated dual air
chamber and ADS II shock absorber
with dampening valves
2. Rear air springs with remote mounted
additional air chamber
3. Separate rear shock absorber w/
integrated ADS II dampening valves
4. National version coding stored in CGW
(N93)
5. Re-designed solenoid valve block
(Y36/6) with 1 valve
6. Pressure reservoir (located on right
side trunk)
7. 2 stage Comfort / Sport switch
220 AIRmatic
1. Front air springs w/single air chamber
and ADS II shock absorber with
dampening valve
2. Rear air springs w/single air chamber
3. Shock absorbers are integrated in rear
air springs w/ADS II dampening valves
4. National version coding stored in EIS
(N73)
5. Solenoid valve block (Y36/6) with 5
valves
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6. Pressure reservoir (located at left front
wheel housing under headlamp)
7. 1 or 2 stage Comfort / Sport switch.
(depending on model year)
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Towing Blocks
P32.00-2022-09

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