Fault in the lane change system

An amber fault in the lane change system light means that action is required

Amber fault in the lane change system warning light

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The indicator lamp lights up amber.

The amber central warning lamp also lights up.

  • Go to a qualified workshop.
    No sensor visibility, fault message, system switches itself off.
  • Clean radar sensors or remove stickers or accessories from radar sensors.
  • Check for any visible damage.
  • The system is not responding as expected.
  • The radar sensors are dirty.
  • The sensor visibility may be impaired by dirt and snow or also residue from cleaning agents or coatings.
  • The general conditions for system operation have not been met.
  • The radar sensors are covered by water.
  • The vehicle is damaged in the area of the radar sensors, e.g. caused by parking collisions.
  • The detection ranges of the radar sensors are blocked by add-on parts, e.g. bicycle carriers.
  • Changes have been made to the paintwork in the area of the radar sensors or structural modifications have been made, e.g. on the vehicle front end or the running gear.
  • The side windows have been retrofitted with tinted window films.
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