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Old Nov 13, 2020 | 10:32 PM
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Disabling distronic radar?

Hi all,
wondering if there is a way to disable the distronic radar?
I recently fitted the panamericana grill and also changed out the MB emblem to a illuminated led emblem - but i think the emblem is causing issues with the distronic system (i keep getting a "radar is dirty message" that keeps popping up.
I really have no interest in using distronic and would rather keep the new emblem - is there a way to disable the distronic radar without having to disable all radars/sensors? i still want the lane change warnings etc but have no interest in the distronic/cruise control features.
I love the look and really dont want to go back to the chrome badge.. Appreciate any guidance!
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Originally Posted by 63s
Hi all,
wondering if there is a way to disable the distronic radar?
I recently fitted the panamericana grill and also changed out the MB emblem to a illuminated led emblem - but i think the emblem is causing issues with the distronic system (i keep getting a "radar is dirty message" that keeps popping up.
I really have no interest in using distronic and would rather keep the new emblem - is there a way to disable the distronic radar without having to disable all radars/sensors? i still want the lane change warnings etc but have no interest in the distronic/cruise control features.
I love the look and really dont want to go back to the chrome badge.. Appreciate any guidance!
Cheers
Yes, I believe it is in the vehicle settings or convenience settings menu on you IC. There should be a "Radar" or "disctronic" option that you can disable/enable. I do this when I have no choice but to use a traditional carwash.
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