Ever started up your Mercedes and wondered what the P0101 error code means? If the malfunction indicator light (MIL) appears on your Mercedes Benz dashboard, this indicates the car’s on-board diagnostics sensor (OBD-II/OBD 2) has identified a problem regarding the mass air flow sensor (MAF Sensor). What is the Mass Air flow (MAF) sensor? The MAF sensor also known as...
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Mercedes Benz Intelligent Light System Inoperative Malfunction Explained
The Mercedes Benz Intelligent Light System (ILS) uses LED adaptive lighting technology to enhance road visibility and make driving in low-light conditions safer. The LED headlights with ILS function helps to illuminate 10m more road than traditional headlamps by using xenon gas discharge headlamps and advanced mechanics to control low and high beam headlight projection. In some models, an active... -
BMW Headlight Low/High beam Malfunction Explained
For BMW drivers, the car's low and high beams are not just a useful feature, they are a legal necessity to make driving in the dark and in severe weather safe. It can, therefore, be very troubling for BMW owners when their headlight low and high beams begin to malfunction. Below we explore common causes for BMW headlight malfunctioning and... -
Subaru Impreza Xenon Headlight Issues
Although Subaru Impreza Xenon headlights are generally reliable, every now and then they may be prone to certain issues. Some of the most common ones every car owner should know to look out for include: - Faded light - Dipped beam - Flickering - Burnout - Not coming on Solutions With the above issues, fixing your headlight is often quick... -
Alternative to Valeo HP24W 12V DRL bulbs
Valeo HP24W 12V DRL bulbs are fitted on the front of a vehicle and their primary purpose is to make the vehicle more visible to other drivers and pedestrians on the road to prevent accidents when the car is in blind spots. Valeo HP24W 12V DRL blubs are daytime running lights which means they are part of the automatic light... -
P229F62, P229E and P2202 NOx Sensor Error Codes Explained
When an error code appears on youP220000 r dashboard, it is likely that a part on your car is not functioning properly or needs replacing. If your car has popped out CEL and after doing diagnostics you are getting the following error codes P229F62, P229F, P229E, P2200, P2201 or P2202, P11DC, P11CC, P11DB or P20EE it means that your nitrogen... -
Which Colour To Choose for D3s Hid Bulbs
When selecting which colour to choose for d3s hid bulbs, it is not as simple as choosing your favorite colour. You must consider what kind of light you want your vehicle to omit and what bulb lifetime you require. Often people make the mistake of thinking the higher the Kelvin, the brighter the light will be, this is not the... -
Mercedes-Benz Auxiliary Battery Malfunction Explained
Mercedes-Benz models are well-known for their impressive technology list, and many of their modern cars have two batteries – the main battery and an auxiliary battery. If this auxiliary battery develops a malfunction, it will show up as an error message on the dashboard. The warning will be generic, but should feature a small battery symbol. Usually when voltage converter... -
BMW Headlight Vertical Aim Control Failure
In a BMW the TMS Headlight Driver Module is often responsible for vertical aim control (light leveling), DRL (daytime running lights), indicator lights, AHL Curve Lighting (adaptive lights) and LED angel eyes, as such it is incredibly important the module is working correctly and as efficiently as possible. In other words TMS headlight driver module is like headlamp's brains. Some... -
The Differences between MTEC 582 W21W And W21/5W 580 Super White Bulbs
Looking to replace the super white MTEC bulbs in your car? Read on to discover the similarities and differences between the MTEC W21/5W (580) and the MTEC 582 (W21W). MTEC W21/5W (580) Super White Xenon Effect Bulb With a colour temperature of 7000k, the MTEC W21/5W (580) Super White Xenon Effect Bulb is made from natural glass. Filled with inert...