Diagnostic Manual (MBFM) MAN-00068-8
October 2009/Rev 1
The repair methods given by the manufacturer in this document are based on the technical specifications, current at the time of release. The
methods may be modified as a result of changes introduced by the manufacturer in the production of the various component units and
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6. Driver Information and Warnings
The MBFM gives the following information to the Instrument cluster through LIN
• Driver seatbelt warning
• Brake Fluid Level/Park brake warning
• Engine low oil pressure warning
• Door open warning
• ABS MIL warning
• 4WD lamps (4 H or 4 L)
Provides Door open signal to Voice Messaging System (VMS)
Provides Bonnet open signal to Engine ECU
Provides drive mode information (2H, 4L, 4H) to ABS EHCU (in 4WD vehicles)
Audible warnings
a. Driver seat belt
b. Key left in ignition.
Driver Seat belt: If the driver’s seat belt is not bulked there’s a tell tale warning in the
instrument cluster.
Key left in ignition: If the driver has left the key in ignition barrel and opens the door, the
MBFM will give a warning beep for 5 secs.
7. Theft Deterrent Alarms
MBFM provides various alarms related to vehicle security/theft deterrent. The vehicle will
be in “Armed” mode as soon the vehicle is locked using the remote.
Vehicles security alarm is triggered by the MBFM, if any intrusion is detected in an armed
vehicle by the MBFM. Unauthorised intrusion is detected if any door switches get
operated or IGN is turned ON, when the vehicle is in “Armed” mode.
8. Power Supply
Battery voltage is monitored by the MBFM. The MBFM does not operate below 8 Volts
and above 16 volts and hence all features controlled by MBFM will cease to function
under these conditions.
The battery saver feature provides automatic shutoff of the courtesy lamps, foot step
lamps, and park lamp if inadvertently left ON.
The battery saver function will be activated once the Ignition key is turned off.