41 00...AFGS Procedure After Accident (Active Pedestrian Protection)

The AFGS system consists of the following components:  Satellites (control unit + sensor), Sensors, bumper panel inside, ACSM control unit (Crash Safety Module)

Cables and connectors  Engine compartment lid hinges: Actuator, Engine compartment lid hinge

Gas pressure spring 

In case of a frontal or side collision in the area of the engine compartment lid and/or the A-pillars, check the following components:

Satellites (control unit + sensor) 

Procedure  Read fault memory, Disconnect battery and observe waiting period, Rectify faults, Reconnect battery and observe waiting period, Delete fault memory, Turn off ignition and wait at least 2 minutes (no consumers may be switched on during this period such as e.g. interior lights, radio, etc.). Switch on the ignition, Clear fault memory and if necessary rectify faults.

Cables and connectors:  Procedure: Check cables and connectors for damage, replace if necessary.

Procedure if AFGS was activated:  Engine compartment lid hinges, Replace actuators, Check both hinges of the engine compartment lid and replace if necessary. If hinges are OK, repair hinges with repair kit.

Procedure if AFGS was not activated:  Engine compartment lid hinges. Check both hinges of the engine compartment lid and replace if necessary.