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Old 08-01-2021, 07:38 AM
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Distronic External Malfunction

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The distronic function on my car seems to set okay but after a few minutes of driving it deactivates and posts the message "Distronic deactivated external malfunction". Does anyone have an idea of what the problem could be?

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I suggest that you check the connectors at the radar unit. The multi-wire connector, that clips in was lose on one of the clips.
Make sure that you give the connector a quick blow with some compressed air (or use a vacuum cleaner)
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Originally Posted by tim687
I suggest that you check the connectors at the radar unit. The multi-wire connector, that clips in was lose on one of the clips.
Make sure that you give the connector a quick blow with some compressed air (or use a vacuum cleaner)
Thanks for that, I'll give it a try.
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Also, make sure that the sensor is centered. Use the 3 screws at each corner (except one) to center it as best as you can
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