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.
Camera-Based Driver Support Systems Camera Heating: Notes
The KAFAS camera heating (KAFAS = camera-based driver support systems) is located on the edge of the field of view of the KAFAS camera. The heating is intended to prevent the windscreen in front of the KAFAS camera from fogging over and freezing. This increases the availability of the camera-based driver support systems camera during cold weather.
Depending on the series, the following versions are used for the heating:
- Adhered heating pad on the inside of the windscreen (e.g. F15, F25)
- Adhered thin heating wire on the inside of the windscreen (e.g. F01, F10, F30)
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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.