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.
Functional description
The KAFAS control unit is situated in the driver's footwell or in the passenger footwell depending on the series. The light points, light colours and light intensities picked up by the video camera are evaluated by the KAFAS control unit. The evaluation by the KAFAS control unit results in a switch-on or switch-off recommendation.
| Item | Explanation |
|---|---|
| 1 | Camera-based driver support systems camera control unit |
| 2 | 12 pin plug connection |
| 3 | 10 pin plug connection |
A complex system network with distributed functions in other control units is necessary for implementation of the lane departure warning as well as the high-beam assistant.
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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.