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SCR control unit

The SCR control unit performs the following functions:

The DDE control unit performs the following functions:

The SCR control unit has to ensure that the input parameters for metering via the DDE are within the permitted range:

Attention! 

Fluid level in active tank and passive tank: do not use the vehicle without AdBlue. 

The engine can no longer be started.

Faults in the SCR system are indicated by the emissions warning light in the instrument cluster. Corresponding fault code entries are stored in the SCR control unit.

The SCR control unit is connected via a 94-pin plug connection. The SCR control unit is a partner on the PT-CAN.

Attention! 

The plug connection must not be connected or disconnected while under voltage!

The SCR control unit has 5 pins for the voltage supply and 1 pin as a ground connection.

Fig 1: Identifying SCR Control Unit And Plug Connection
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Item Explanation
1 SCR control unit
2 94-pin plug connection

The SCR control unit has various installation locations depending on the series (see examples).

NOTE: Observe installation locations in the diagnosis!