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Test Point 21

Fault Code 21
W-line (DME immobilizer) Interruption.

1. Pull off Plug I on the alarm control unit.
2. Pull off the DME plug.
3. Ohmmeter at Plug I, alarm control unit pin 23, and DME plug pin 88.
Display: < 5 Ohms


NOTE: The line runs via plug connection X 3/1 pin 14.


4. Ohmmeter at Plug I alarm control unit pin 23 and ground.
Display: infinity Ohms
5. Voltmeter at Plug I alarm control unit pin 23 and ground.
Switch on the ignition.
Display: 0 volt

If no fault can be detected, try replacing the alarm control unit. If the fault is still present, the DME control unit is faulty.