Instrument cluster (IC), operating information - GF54.30-P-0002-05S

Shown on instrument cluster, valid up to 31.8.02

Fig 1: Overview Of Instrument Cluster - Valid Up To 31.8.02 On Model 220

Model 220

Fig 2: Overview Of Instrument Cluster - Valid Up To 31.8.02 On Model 220

Shown on instrument cluster during lamp check, valid as of 01.9.02

Fig 3: Overview Of Instrument Cluster - Valid As Of 01.9.02 On Model 220

Controls of multi-function steering wheel, Model 220 up to 31.5.00

Fig 4: Identifying Controls Of Multi-Function Steering Wheel, Model 220 Up To 31.5.00

multifunction steering wheel controls Model 215 and Model 220 as of 1.6.00

Fig 5: Identifying Multifunction Steering Wheel Controls (Model 215 And Model 220 As Of 1.6.00)

Operating multifunction display (A1p13):

Calling up display of different systems
Browsing within a system
Example: Displaying engine oil level

Individual settings:

Changing settings

Example: Changing temperature display from Celsius to Fahrenheit
Restoring the factory settings
Calling up stored error and warning messages
Acknowledging error and warning messages on the multifunction display (A1p13)
Setting illumination brightness
If the instrument cluster (A1) is activated by opening the driver's door, for instance, the main screen of the base system (trip and total mileage) always appears on the multifunction display (A1p13).

Calling up display of different systems:

Function prerequisites:

Terminal 15R ON

The driver can switch the multifunction display (A1p13) to the main screen of the next system or to the "Settings" function by pressing 109 of 346 the system selection button on the multifunction steering wheel. Example: Changing temperature display from The duration of actuation is of no importance. The display jumps on one system each time the button is pressed. After running through all the systems, the display returns to the main screen of the base function and then begins running through the systems again from the beginning.

System selection using system selection button on multifunction steering wheel

Fig 6: Function Of System Selection Button

When the system selection button is pressed, the display jumps clockwise (arrow) to the next system.

It is not possible to jump counterclockwise with Model 220 up to 31.5.00.

Browsing within a system:

Function requirements:

Terminal 15R ON

In addition to the main screen, most systems also feature other screens.

The scroll forward/back button (S110s1) is used for browsing within a system. The function of the scroll forward/back button is shown below using the main screen as an example. The display jumps one screen further each time the driver presses the scroll forward/back button (S110s1).

The direction of browsing depends on which segment of the button (↑, ↓) is pressed.

Only systems and functions with which the vehicle is equipped are displayed. If a system is not present, it is skipped when the system selection button is pressed.

The driver can jump to another system from any screen by pressing the system selection button.

With the exception of the trip computer, the main screen of the relevant system now appears. When changing from the previous system to the trip computer system, the display always shows the most recently displayed screen in the trip computer system.

Function of the scroll forward/back button to display the engine oil level

up to 31.08.2003

Fig 7: Function Of Scroll Forward/Back Button To Display Engine Oil Level - Up To 31.08.2003

Function of the scroll forward/back button to display the engine oil level

as of 01.09.2003

Fig 8: Function Of Scroll Forward/Back Button To Display Engine Oil Level - As Of 01.09.2003

Displaying engine oil level with "Terminal 15 ON":

Press the system selection button repeatedly until the base function (trip and total mileage) is displayed.
Press the scroll forward (↑) button twice or
Press the scroll back button (↓) once up to 31.08.2003, or four times as of 01.09.2003

This displays the engine oil level in the multifunction display (A1p13).

Individual settings (second level):

Function requirements:

Terminal 15R ON
Up to 31.5.01, speed less than 5 kph
As of 01.6.01 (except ): Also possible while driving.

The "Settings" function allows the driver to change various presets. The following settings can be selected for the instrument cluster (A1):

Set time (hours)

Only on vehicles without COMAND operating and display system (Code 352a)

Set time (minutes)

Only on vehicles without COMAND operating and display system (Code 352a)

Temperature indication

The outside temperature can be changed from degrees Celsius to degrees Fahrenheit and vice versa. The instrument cluster (A1) also sends a message for the air conditioning on the interior compartment CAN.

Speedometer (only adjustable when stationary)

This can be switched between miles and kilometers per hour.

This changeover also affects the display on the trip computer integrated in the instrument cluster (A1). The instrument cluster (A1) also sends an appropriate message over the engine compartment CAN.

Text/language

The language in which the texts appear in the instrument cluster (A1) can be selected here. The instrument cluster (A1) also relays an appropriate message onto the interior compartment CAN.

As of 01.6.01, two English-language versions are available ( and ). The language setting on the COMAND system has no effect on the language setting in the instrument cluster (A1).

The following settings are also possible:

Auto door locks (ON or OFF)
Up to 31.5.00: Driving lights (manual, automatic, always-on)
As of 1.6.01, the "automatic" function can be selected at the exterior lamp switch 111 of 346

Changing the driving lights from "always on" to "manual" is only possible when the vehicle is stationary.

Speed limiter for winter tires (210 kph or Off). This setting can only be changed when the vehicle is stationary.
As of 1.9.02, the speed limiter for winter tires can also be set while the vehicle is in motion (setting in 10 km steps from 160 kph to 210 kph or in 10 mile steps from 100 mph to 150 mph).
Headlamp switch-off delay
Interior light courtesy delay

Further information on these settings can be found in the functional description for the respective systems.

Changing settings

Fig 9: Overview And Sequence Of Possible Settings

Changing settings:

Press the system selection button repeatedly until the "Settings" function appears on the multifunction display (A1p13).
Press the scroll forward (↑) or scroll back (↓) button repeatedly until the display for the setting to be changed appears in the multifunction display (A1p13).
Press the + and a button for setting specific functions and volume control (S111s1) in the + or a direction until the arrow in the display is on the desired value.
The setting becomes effective immediately.

Additional settings are possible as of 01.6.00:

Tire pressure monitor
Locator lighting (the locator lighting is part of the Night Security Illumination (NSI) together with the headlamp switch-off delay).

Up to 31.5.01: The settings can only be selected when the vehicle is moving at less than 5 kph. If the speed exceeds 10 kph while the setting is being made, the display jumps back to the main "Settings" screen. The display only returns to the previously displayed screen when the vehicle speed falls below 5 kph.

As of 01.6.01 (except ), settings can also be made at speeds over 5 kph.

This does not include:

Kilometers/miles switchover
Driving lights
Winter tire coding (vehicle speed limit)

As of 1.9.02, the speed limiter for winter tires can be set in steps and activated/deactivated while the vehicle is in motion.

Example:

Example: Changing temperature display from Celsius to Fahrenheit:

Press the system selection button repeatedly until the "Settings" function appears on the multifunction display (A1p13).
Press the scroll forward (↑) or scroll back button (↓) repeatedly until the "TEMPERATURE" display appears on the multifunction display (A1p13).
Press the button a on the right-hand side of the steering wheel; the arrow on the display now points to (degrees or Fahrenheit).
The setting becomes effective immediately.

Resetting the factory settings

A reset cancels all the settings that can be made here and restores the default factory settings.

Carry out reset:

Press the system selection button repeatedly until the "Settings" function appears on the multifunction display (A1p13).
Press the reset button (R) and hold down for at least 3 seconds.
The multifunction display (A1p13) shows the message: "DO YOU WANT TO RESET TO THE FACTORY SETTINGS?".
Press the reset button a second time within 5 seconds to reset all the settings to the default factory settings.
If the reset button is not pressed within this 5 second period, the display switches back to the main screen. The settings are then not reset.

As of 1.6.01 (except ): If restoration of the factory settings is performed when driving, the message: "NOT COMPLETELY RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS WHEN DRIVING" is displayed in connection with the subjects of the instrument cluster, the lights and the vehicle. If reset in the configuration image, the system jumps to the base image of the configuration.

Call stored fault and warning messages

When the instrument cluster (A1) is activated, the stored messages can be browsed:

Press the system selection button repeatedly until "-- ERRORS" appears on the multifunction display (A1p13).
Scroll through the fault messages using the scroll forward/back button (S110s1). The messages are displayed in the order in which they were acknowledged.

Acknowledging fault and warning messages on multifunction display (A1p13)

These messages are divided into 3 categories according to their priority. Messages of categories 2 and 3 on the multifunction display (A1p13) can be reset by pressing the reset key (R).

Messages belonging to category 1 (highest priority) cannot be acknowledged. Fault or warning lights that light up in parallel cannot be acknowledged.

Modification as of 1.6.01:

Warning messages in taxi vehicles ("Terminal 30") are displayed once per driving cycle for 2 minutes and can be acknowledged. The interior compartment CAN is wakened in the event of a taxi emergency call without the instrument cluster (A1).

Set brightness of lighting

The brightness of illumination of the instrument cluster (A1) and the switch and controls illumination can be adapted to individual requirements with the dimmer for instrument, switch and controls illumination (A1r1):

Tap the dimmer for instrument, switch and controls illumination (A1r1) and the regulator extends.
Clockwise rotation of the regulator increases the brightness; counterclockwise rotation decreases the brightness.

Switching on ESP rolling test:

Prerequisite:

Circuit 15R ON

In the rolling test, the rotational speeds of the driven axle are mirrored on the non-driven axle. To do this:

Set the standard display (basic state with current mileage reading).
Depending on the version, press and hold down the reset button for approx. 20 s to 30 s or press and hold down the reset button 3 times for 2.5 s until a beep can be heard.
Press the scroll forward/back button (S110s1) once in ↑ direction. The roller dynamometer test mode display appears
Switch on the rolling test with the + and a button, specific function setting and volume control (S111s1).

The rolling test remains active (even when "Term.15R ON" has been switched off in between) until it is switched off with the + and a button, specific function setting and volume control (S111s1).