SECTION 418-01 Module Configuration
SECTION 418-01 Module Configuration
SECTION 418-01 Module Configuration
GENERAL PROCEDURES
Module Configuration.......................................................................................................... 418-01-2
Programmable Module Installation..................................................................................... 418-01-3
418-01-2 Module Configuration 418-01-2
GENERAL PROCEDURES
Module Configuration
the corresponding tire size under the "tire size"
1. The vehicles utilize a new form of module menu item.
configuration called "central module
configuration". Here, all of the necessary
configuration parameters are stored in the
generic electronic module (GEM) at the factory,
and from there they are transmitted via the CAN
bus network to the individual modules. The
Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) now
includes a new routine for replacing or
subsequently changing the configuration data.
This new routine is used to perform the central
module configuration. However, in this case the
data are no longer read into WDS like before -
instead, they are transmitted by the GEM to the
relevant module. WDS is only used to initiate
and monitor the process. For safety reasons all
of the configuration data which are saved in the
GEM are also backed up in the instrument
cluster. If the GEM then needs to be replaced,
this means that the required configuration data
can be read out from the instrument cluster with
the aid of WDS and then transferred to the new
GEM. The GEM checks the configuration data
for consistency and stores a WDS trouble code
(DTC) in the event of a fault. In the event of a
fault the functionality of a particular module may
be restricted. When installing a new GEM, both
the key for the radio remote control and for
PATS must be re-programmed (also see the
description "Module Controlled Functions"). The
procedure for this is the same as for current
vehicles.
2. NOTE: Ensure that the most up-to-date software
version is installed in WDS.
NOTE: In the case of engine running concerns,
module-reprogramming of the PCM may be
required. To do this, a revised software version
is transferred to the PCM via the GEM using
WDS.
In WDS, select "Central module configuration"
from the tool box and follow the instructions.
3. NOTE: Following installation of a wheel/tire
combination, for which the tire-tread
circumference does not correspond to that of
standard tires, the tire size must be changed in
the GEM using WDS.
In WDS, select the "Central module
configuration" from the tool box and then the
"Programmable parameters" submenu and enter