WARNING: If the engine hood/bonnet contact is pulled upwards (workshop mode), the information "switch closed" is output. The automatic engine start-stop function is active.
An automatic engine start is possible.
Observe safety precautions when working on MSA vehicles.
Before carrying out practical work on the engine, always ensure that the MSA functionality is deactivated so as to prevent automatic engine starting while work is being carried out in the engine compartment.
MSA function is deactivated by:
Open engine bonnet/hood and ensure that engine hood/bonnet contact is not in workshop mode
To make sure that the engine hood/bonnet contact is at the basic setting, if necessary press the hood/bonnet contact up to the limit position before starting work and slowly release.
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Air conditioning, leak detection: Leak detection with forming gas
NOTE:
Leak detection with forming gas replaces the leak detection that is restricted in
EU countries using UV.
Observe national regulations in all other countries!
IMPORTANT:
Compliance with the manufacturers operating instructions provided in the equipment case is
absolutely mandatory!
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