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.
Text Messages
There is a display for text messages etc in the center of the tachometer in the driver information module (DIM) (5/1). This provides the driver with supplementary information about the various warning symbols. This is to reduce the number of different symbols in the combined instrument panel. Other types of messages, such as the functions of the trip computer, are also displayed. Depending on the circumstances, a request for these messages may come from the central electronic module (CEM) (4/56) or the steering wheel module (SWM) (3/130).
There is an order of priority where all warning messages have precedence.
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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.
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