Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
ICM: Control unit for Integrated Chassis Management
The ICM control unit networks the suspension control systems to allow hierarchically-structured control of the vehicle's dynamic-response functions. Passive (airbag) and active safety systems have been integrated within the 2nd generation of the ICM control unit. Depending on the optional equipment selected (e.g. Vertical Dynamics Management VDM) and the national-market version (e.g. US version), several sensors are installed in the ICM control unit:
- Longitudinal acceleration sensor (maximum 3 pieces)
- Lateral-acceleration sensors (maximum of 3)
- Vertical acceleration sensor
- Yaw rate sensor
- Pitch rate sensor
- Rotation-rate sensor
| Item | Explanation |
|---|---|
| 1 | ICM control unit |
| 2 | 54-pin plug connection |
The sensor signals refer primarily to the co-ordinates of the sensor housing. The sensor signal values depend on the installation position. However, the driving stability control needs these variables related to the co-ordinate system of the vehicle. The ICM control unit converts the values accordingly (definition of the zero point).
An adjustment of the integrated sensors is necessary after replacement of the ICM control unit. The adjustment must take place while the vehicle is on a subsurface that is horizontal in longitudinal direction and transverse direction. Terminal 15 must be switched on.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.