Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Sleep Mode
To reduce closed circuit current draw the BC1 enters its sleep mode 16 minutes after switching off terminal R or within two minutes of externally locking the car.
The BC1 will wake up if the ignition is switched from position 0 to position 1 or the BC1 senses a change at one of its monitored inputs.
The K-Bus will enter a pre-sleep mode if no bus messages are received within 50 seconds and sleep mode if no messages are received in 60 seconds. The BC1 or any module on the K-Bus can initiate a wake-up call.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.