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Hand Detection System Control Unit, Basic Function - GF82.90-P-9891A

Model all (CAR) 

with code 25U (Capacitive steering wheel) 

Fig 1: Hand Detection System Control Unit Components Location - Model 253 with code 25U
G12941425Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Location 

The hand detection system control unit is located in the multifunction steering wheel itself.

Task 

The hand detection system control unit is linked with the steering column tube module control unit.

The hand-detection sensor detects when the driver touches the multifunction steering wheel with their hand.

The hand detection system control unit processes the signals from the hand-detection sensor and also sends the following signals:

Body hand-detection sensor 

G12941426Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

The hand-detection sensor consists of a mat located under the steering wheel surface in the steering wheel rim.

A touch of the multifunction steering wheel is detected by a change in the electrical capacity.