Group 38 Fault Codes, Instrument Cluster
Troubleshooting
3811-21-02-08
MID 140 PID 158 Battery Volt-
age, Check
Special tools: 9998699, 9998533
Other special equipment: J39200
NOTE!
•
Read off other fault codes for the instrument cluster.
•
Ignition off.
•
Check all the relevant connectors. Check for loose
connections, contact resistance and oxidation. For a
detailed description of electrical fault tracing, see
separate service information under function group
371.
Measurement at the component’s
connector to the instrument cluster
Note: Faults in the instrument cluster cable harness can
damage the component. Check the component if any of
the readings is outside its permitted range.
Ground cable
1
Requirements:
•
Connector A disconnected from
the rear of the cluster and con-
nected to adapter and breakout
box.
•
Measuring resistance using a
multimeter.
•
Ignition off.
Measuring
points
Nominal value
Pins A2 - ground
R
≈
0
9998699
9998533
J39200
Supply cable
2
Requirements:
•
Connector A disconnected from
the rear of the cluster and con-
nected to adapter and breakout
box.
•
Measuring voltage using the multi-
meter.
•
Ignition key in the drive position.
Measuring
points
Nominal value
Pins A1 - A2
V
≈
V
bat
9998699
9998533
J39200
Checking sub-systems
Power supply instrument cluster
1
Requirements:
•
Check if any other control units
have stored fault codes for the
power supply.
•
Perform a charging test on the ve-
hicle to check if the alternator is
overcharging. A defective alterna-
tor will cause damage to the
vehicle’s electrical system and
should be replaced as soon as
possible.
J39200
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