Mercedes W220 Automatic Climate Control Service Menu Version 4

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W220 S-Class Automatic Climate Control (ACC)

Hidden Service Menus
Brian W. Rice
Table of Contents
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Revisions .......................................................................................................................................... 2
Introduction....................................................................................................................................... 2
Acknowledgement ............................................................................................................................ 2
Description........................................................................................................................................ 3
Automatic Climate Control (ACC) Vents and Outlets Legend ........................................................... 3
M113 Engine Coolant Circuit Diagram ............................................................................................. 5
Access/Review/Read Auto Climate Control (ACC) Actual Parameter Values Menu .......................... 5
7.1. Aim ........................................................................................................................................... 5
7.2. Example .................................................................................................................................... 5
7.3. Method ...................................................................................................................................... 5
7.4. Legend and Typical Values ....................................................................................................... 6
8. ACC Flap/Vent, Engine Fan and A/C Compressor Test Menu ......................................................... 13
8.1. Aim ......................................................................................................................................... 13
8.2. Test Examples ......................................................................................................................... 13
8.3. Method .................................................................................................................................... 13
8.4. Legend ACC Flap/Vent, Engine Fan and A/C Compressor Settings ......................................... 15
9. ACC Fault/Error Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC). ........................................................................ 16
9.1. Aim ......................................................................................................................................... 16
9.2. Example .................................................................................................................................. 16
9.3. Access/Review/Read Automatic Climate Control (ACC) Fault/Error Diagnostic Trouble Codes
(DTC) Procedure................................................................................................................................. 16
9.4. Legend/Description/Meaning................................................................................................... 17
9.5. Reset/Clear/Erase Fault/Error Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) Procedure ............................. 18
10.
Unterkhlung .............................................................................................................................. 19
11.
Conclusion .................................................................................................................................. 19
12.
Appendix A. ACC Parameter Coding Definitions ........................................................................ 21
12.1. Summary: of Method ............................................................................................................... 21
12.2. ACC Parameters and Possible Values ...................................................................................... 25
12.2.1. Electric suction fan (25-40 % basic ventilation) ............................................................... 25
12.2.2. National version climate control (NR.78:) ........................................................................ 26
12.2.3. Rear air conditioning ....................................................................................................... 26
12.2.4. Refrigerant level check .................................................................................................... 26
12.2.5. Pollutant-dependent switchover to recirculated air (NR.71:)............................................. 26
12.2.6. Convenience closing (tunnel circuit) (NR.73:) ................................................................. 27
12.2.7. Bar display for blower in automatic mode (NR.74:) ......................................................... 27
12.2.8. REHEAT mode (NR.75:) ................................................................................................. 28
12.2.9. Readout in display: night design (NR.77:) ........................................................................ 28
12.2.10.
Readout in display: day design (NR.80:) ...................................................................... 28
12.2.11.
Key-responsive storing of AC settings (NR.81:) ........................................................... 29
12.2.12.
100% recirculated air mode is possible (NR.83:) .......................................................... 29
12.2.13.
Immediate blower reaction when temperature is adjusted (NR.84:) .............................. 29
12.2.14.
Automatic basic setting Rear air conditioning (NR.85:) ................................................ 29
12.2.15.
Recirculated air flap with automatic air conditioning switched off (NR.86:) ................. 30
12.2.16.
Suction fan control Basic fresh air flow (NR.87:) ......................................................... 30
12.2.17.
Refrigerant-responsive actuation of electric suction fan ................................................ 30
12.2.18.
Electric suction fan (NR.92: and NR.93:) ..................................................................... 31
12.2.19.
Automatic lowering for convenience closing (tunnel mode switching) (NR.69:) .......... 31
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12.2.20.
12.2.21.
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Cooling in footwell ...................................................................................................... 32
Blower speed reduction during voice operation ............................................................ 32
1. Revisions
2012-01-10 Version 1: Original Document
2012-02-14 Version 2: Incorporated comments by BenzWorld Poster Jerry at post #24
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220-s-class/1624008-help-diagnosing-auto-climate-control-issue3.html
2012-02-17 Version 3: Incorporated more translation suggestions by BenzWorld Poster Jerry at post #36
2012-05-26 Version 3: Incorporated additional information gleaned from the Workshop Information
System (WIS) (via Diagnostic Assistance System (DAS) and Xentry) document GF80.57-P-4102-03IA.
2012-11-09 Version 3: Incorporated more information re Parameters NR.09: and NR.19: re
Unterkhlung and data for several unknown parameters by BenzWorld Poster Jerry at posts #39 and #41
2013-10-23 Version 3: Incorporated more information re Parameter NR.99: re Inner Regler {Internal
Controls} and Parameter NR.96: A/C Compressor Torque (Nm) Value: 0 Nm TBD Nm supplied by
BenzWorld Poster Bullethead_D at post #48
2014-06-29 Version 4: Revised some of the ACC parameter definitions after trawling through the STAR
Diagnostic Assistance System (DAS). The Version 4 text is coloured in red for easy identification.
2. Introduction
Now that I know I can edit an uploaded post I would like to share my research to date on the Automatic
Climate Control (ACC) Hidden Menus.
It is very much a draft and I do not wish to seem presumptuous, but as a retired scientist/engineer and a
newbie to this Forum, I found a lot of the information on the ACC on the various Forums confusing, and
often conflicting. My way of unravelling the information was to list each piece as it was discovered, often
by chance, in an orderly fashion, and to then condense it down to as many basic facts as possible.
Hence this document was formed.
I then performed many tests in an attempt to reverse engineer, ie discover by testing and analysis, what the
information really meant and the range of parameter values.
I know that the information is incomplete and there are bound to be many errors so please post any
changes, additions and corrections etc and I will edit and repost. That way the document will hopefully
evolve into a definitive one for the W220 2003 Update S-Class Automatic Climate Control (ACC).
Note extra information is needed wherever there is:
TBD means To Be Determined.
TBC means To Be Confirmed.
?? means Dont Know.
3. Acknowledgement
My main reference was: http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220-s-class/1438619-w220-hidden-menumaybe-electronic-choke.html
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I would like to acknowledge the excellent contributions of Benzworld Contributors; Skylaw, thepcpro,
eric242340, mvmiller, Benz915, Magnified, alberto_robles, SirHumphrey, benzboyz, Jerry, Bullethead_D
et alia. My apologies if I have forgotten any other significant contributors on this subject.
2014-06-29 Version 4: Thanks to BenzWorld Member Ex-Fed for alerting me to the method for changing
the settings for ESL Gndbel. Grundbelftung {Basic Ventilation} which is the ACC Hot countries
option. As a result I was able to change the ACC Electric suction fan (25% basic ventilation) to
Electric suction fan (30% basic ventilation) and to revise some of the ACC parameter definitions after
trawling through the STAR Diagnostic Assistance System.
Note some words are in German with the English translation, where known, shown in braces
eg. Deutsch {German}.
4. Description
There are three hidden menus available in the W220 Auto Climate Control (ACC). These are used to:
Access/Review/Read Auto Climate Control (ACC) Actual Parameter Values Menu,
ACC Flap/Vent, Engine Fan and A/C Compressor Test Menu, and
access/review/read and clear/reset ACC Fault/Error Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC).
5. Automatic Climate Control (ACC) Vents and Outlets Legend

The following diagram defines the names of the various ACC flaps, vents and outlets.
Figure 1 Definition of W220 Automatic Climate Control (ACC) Flaps/Vents/Outlets
#1 Fresh Air Electrically-operated Flap

#2 Recirculated Air Electrically-operated Flap
#3 Activated Charcoal Filter (ACF) Electrically-operated Flap
#4 Centre Outlet Diverter Electrically-operated Flap Front Compartment
#5 Centre Outlet Temperature Regulating/Blend Electrically-operated Flap Front Compartment
#6 Centre Outlet Left and Right Manually-operated Flap Front Compartment
#7 Defroster Outlet Electrically-operated Flap Front Compartment
#8 Side Outlet Left and Right Manually-operated Flap Front Compartment
#8a Side Window Fixed Outlet Left and Right Front Compartment
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#8b Side Door Fixed Outlet Left and Right Front Compartment
#9 Side Outlet (B Pillar) Left and Right Manually-operated Flap Rear Compartment
#10 Centre Outlet Manually-operated Flap Rear Compartment
#11 Footwell Left and Right Electrically-operated Flap Front and Rear Compartment
#11a Footwell Outlet Left and Right Front Compartment
#11b Footwell Outlet Left and Right Rear Compartment
#20 Cabin Ventilation Dust Filters
#21 Automatic Climate Control (ACC) Blower
#22 Aktivkohle Filters (AKF) {Activated Charcoal Filters (ACF)}
#23 A/C Evaporator Front Compartment
#24 Heat Exchanger/Heater Core Front Compartment
These numbers are referred to throughout this document.
Figure 2 Location of W220 Automatic Climate Control (ACC) Flaps/Vents/Outlets
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6. M113 Engine Coolant Circuit Diagram
7. Access/Review/Read Auto Climate Control (ACC) Actual

Parameter Values Menu
7.1.
Aim
This Menu allows an access/review/read of the Auto Climate Control (ACC) actual parameter values
during normal operation.
7.2.
Example
For example the actual temperature sensed by various sensors can be reviewed and the amount of opening
of various flaps as determined by the Auto Climate Control (ACC) Module can be monitored.
Some controls may be varied in real time and the result monitored via this Menu, eg moving the Centre
Vent (N18/4) Centre Potentiometer results in Parameter NR.28: changing value from 0% 100%.
7.3.
Method
Press Residual Heat and Ventilation (REST) button alone for greater than five seconds with ignition on
(position 2) or with engine running.
Figure 3 Residual Heat and Ventilation (REST) Button
Diagnostic returns Parameters NR.00: NR.99: one at a time without a legend.

Use the Left Increase or Decrease Temperature Button to scroll between Parameters.
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Figure 4 Left Increase or Decrease Temperature Button
Press Residual Heat and Ventilation (REST) button to exit Diagnostic Menu.
7.4.
Legend and Typical Values
In Version 4 of this document some of the ACC parameter definitions were revised after trawling through
the STAR Diagnostic Assistance System. To see how this was done refer to Appendix A. ACC Parameter
Coding Definitions.
Parameter
Legend
Value
Engine Off
and Cold1
NR.00:
In Car Temperature Sensor (N22/b1),

ACC Pushbutton Control Module (N22)
Front Compartment
In Car Temperature Sensor (N70b1),
Overhead Control Panel (OCP) (N70)
Outside/Ambient Temperature Sensor (B14)
Heater Core Temperature Sensor Left (B10/2)
Front Compartment
Heater Core Temperature Sensor Right (B10/3)
Front Compartment
Evaporator Core Temperature Sensor (B10/6)
Front Compartment
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (B11/4)
Refrigerant (R134A) Pressure Sensor (B12)
Value: 7,5 bar (Stand-by) about 16 bar (A/C
on) TBC
Refrigerant (R134A) Temperature Sensor
(B12/1)
L Unter {Under} Kmlung {??} Khlung
{Cooling} and possibly
L Unterkhlung {Cooling Lower} also
L Unterkuehlung {degrees the refrigerant is
cooled before it exits the condenser}4
Blower Control Voltage, Front Compartment
NR.01:
NR.02:
NR.03:
NR.04:
NR.05:
NR.06:
NR.07:
NR.08:
NR.09:
NR.10:
1
Value
Vehicle at
Speed3
+25,0C
Value
Maximum
Cooling
Engine at
Idle2
+22,4C
+26,2C
+21,7C
+27,7C
+22,5C
+22,3C
+42,5C
+18,9C
+35,5C
+2,4C
+22,2C
+11,9C
+2,2C
+22,6C
+2,8C
+2,1C
+20C
5,4b
+93C
14,3b
+82C
12,8b
+20,7C
+48,1C
+37,8C
+4,9K
+9,1K
+9,4K
1.5 V
1.8V
2.1V
+23,2C
ACC Settings Engine Off: Centre Vent: AUTO, Left Temp: 22C, Right Temp: 21C, Blower: AUTO, Left Air Delivery:
AUTO, Right Air Delivery: AUTO, ACF: Off, Recirculate: Off
2
ACC Settings Maximum Cooling: Centre Vent: AUTO, Left Temp: LO, Right Temp: LO, Blower: AUTO, Left Air Delivery:
3
ACC Settings at 105Km/h: Centre Vent: MANUAL, Left Temp: 22C, Right Temp: 21C, Blower: AUTO, Left Air Delivery:
AUTO, Right Air Delivery: AUTO, ACF: On, Recirculate: Off
4
Refer to Section Unterkhlung at end of document.
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Parameter
NR.11:
NR.12:
NR.13:
NR.14:
NR.15:
NR.16:
NR.17:
NR.18:
NR.19:
NR.20:
NR.21:
NR.22:
NR.23:
NR.24:
NR.25:
NR.26:
NR.27:
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Legend
Value: 1.2, 1.5, 1.8, 2.1, 2.4, 3.0, 3.8, 6.0 Volts
Value: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 ACC Display Bars
4 Quadrant Sun Sensor (B32/2) Front Left
Value: 0% 125%
4 Quadrant Sun Sensor (B32/2) Front Right
Value: 0% 125%
4 Quadrant Sun Sensor (B32/2) Rear Right
Value: 0% 125%
4 Quadrant Sun Sensor (B32/2) Rear Left
Value: 0% 125%
Average Insolation
Value: 0% 125%
Multi-function Sensor,
Carbon Monoxide (CO) (B31/1)
Value: 0 1023
Nitrous Oxide (NOx) (B31/1)
Value: 0 1023
Dew Point Temperature (B31/1)
Max Unter {Under} Kmlung {??} Khlung
{Cooling} and possibly
Max Unterkhlung {Cooling Lower} } also
Max Unterkuehlung {degrees the refrigerant is
cooled before it exits the condenser}5
Engine Coolant Electric Suction Fan (M4/3)
Rotation.
Actual percentage of maximum RPM as
demanded by the control unit. At high speeds
the fan may be freewheeling with 0% electrical
demand.
Value: 0% 100%
Engine Speed
Value in RPM
Ground Speed
Bel. Most likely an abbrev. for Beleuchtung
{Illumination, Lighting} Dimmung {Dimming}
Battery Voltage
Not Used
Not Used
Centre Vent (N18/4) Left Potentiometer
Front Compartment
Value: 0% 100%
Value
Engine Off
and Cold1
Value
Maximum
Cooling
Engine at
Idle2
Value
Vehicle at
Speed3
8%
14%
22%
6%
52%
61%
5%
121%
125%
6%
58%
78%
6%
61%
74%
788
813
75
15
19
26
+15,5C
+17C
+19,5C
+4,8K
+9,7K
+13,8K
25%
33%
0%
0/min
539/min
1620/min
0km/h
0%
0km/h
0%
105km/h
0%
11,7 V6
12,9 V
13,9 V
100%
100%
100%
Refer to Section Unterkhlung at end of document.

Later note: This was taken with the original German battery (9 year old). The battery voltage should not go below 12.4V for
reliable ECU behaviour. Checked NR.24: Battery Voltage parameter value after installing a new battery. STAR showed actual
battery voltage as 12.9V. NR.24: Battery Voltage parameter value = 11.7V as before.
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Parameter
Legend
Value
Engine Off
and Cold1
NR.28:
Centre Vent (N18/4) Centre Potentiometer

Front Compartment
Value: 0% 100%
Centre Vent (N18/4) Right Potentiometer
Front Compartment
Value: 0% 100%
Heat Exchanger Air Temperature Left,
Rear Passenger Compartment (B10/9)
Heat Exchanger Air Temperature Right,
Evaporator Core Temperature Sensor,
Blower Control Voltage,
Rear Passenger Compartment
Specified Temperature Left,
Rear Passenger Compartment (N22/4)
Specified Temperature Right,
Rear Passenger Compartment (N22/4)
TBD
TBD
Built NR KLA
Not Used
Defroster Outlet Flap Left (M16/13) (#7)
Value: ZU (closed), 0% 100%, AUF (open)
Defroster Outlet Flap Right (M16/14) (#7)
Footwell Flap Left (M16/15) (#11)
Front Compartment
Value ZU (closed), 0% 100%, AUF (open)
Footwell Flap Right (M16/16) (#11)
Front Compartment
Centre Outlet Temperature Regulating
Blend Flap Left (M16/19) (#5)
Centre Outlet Temperature Regulating
Blend Flap Right (M16/20) (#5)
Centre Outlet Diverter Flap Left (M16/17) (#4)
Centre Outlet Diverter Flap Right (M16/18) (#4)
Fresh Air (#1) and Recirculated Air (#2) Flaps
(M16/21) NB: These Flaps operate as a pair.
Value: Frischl. {Fresh Air}, 70%, Umluft
{Recirculate}
Aktivkohle Filter (AKF) {Activated Charcoal
NR.29:
NR.30:
NR.31:
NR.32:
NR.33:
NR.34:
NR.35:
NR.36:
NR.37:
NR.38:
NR.39:
NR.40:
NR.41:
NR.42:
NR.43:
NR.44:
NR.45:
NR.46:
NR.47:
NR.48:
NR.49:
Value
Vehicle at
Speed3
0%
Value
Maximum
Cooling
Engine at
Idle2
0%
100%
100%
100%
63%
AUF
310
310
310
ZU
AUF
ZU
ZU
AUF
ZU
AUF
AUF
ZU
AUF
AUF
ZU
ZU
AUF
AUF
ZU
AUF
AUF
ZU
AUF
8%
ZU
AUF
8%
Frischl.
Umluft
70%
AUS
AUS
EIN
14%
41C
78C
8C
2V
25C
23C
Version 4
Parameter
NR.50:
NR.51:
NR.52:
NR.53:
NR.54:
NR.55:
NR.56:
NR.57:
NR.58:
NR.59:
NR.60:
NR.61:
NR.62:
NR.63:
NR.64:
NR.65:
NR.66:
NR.67:
NR.68:
NR.69:
NR.70:
NR.71:
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Legend
Filter (ACF)} (A32m2) (#3)

LED Value: AUS {OFF}, EIN {ON}
Bypass Flap Value: AUS {Open}, EIN
{Closed}
ACC Software Version
ACC Hardware Version
Optional Rear A/C Control Panel (N22/4)
Software Version
Optional Rear A/C Control Panel (N22/4)
Hardware Version
Stepper Motor Unit (N22/5) Software Version
Stepper Motor Unit (N22/5) Hardware Version
Centre Vent Control Module (N18/4) Software
Version
Centre Vent Control Module (N18/4) Hardware
Version
Multi-function Sensor (B31/1) Software Version
Multi-function Sensor (B31/1) Hardware
Version
4 Quadrant Sun Sensor (B32/2) Software
Version
4 Quadrant Sun Sensor (B32/2) Hardware
Version
Regel {Rule} or possibly Regler {Control}
Offset {Offset}
Gebl {Fan} Offset {Offset}
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Tunnel Mode (Press either Recirc. or ACF
switch for greater than 5 secs. Closes all
Windows and Sliding Tilting Roof.)
Value: automat. {automatic}, and TBD
See Section 12.2.19 Automatic lowering for
convenience closing (tunnel mode switching)
(NR.69:)
Follst {??}. Kontr {Control}
Value: aktiv {active}, and TBD
UL Possibly Umluft {Recirculate} Logik
{Logic} Aktivkohle Filter (AKF) {Activated
Charcoal Filter (ACF)}
Pollution-dependant recirculated air circuit
-Inactive,
-Active (with activated charcoal filter) Standard,
-Active (without activated charcoal filter) Active
Value
Engine Off
and Cold1
Value
Maximum
Cooling
Engine at
Idle2
Value
Vehicle at
Speed3
11
0902
11
0902
11
0902
37
10
28
37
10
28
37
10
28
43
43
42
1B
01
1B
01
1B
01
32
32
32
16
16
16
2K
2K
2K
0,8 V
0,8 V
0,8 V
automat.
automat.
automat.
aktiv
aktiv
aktiv
aktiv
aktiv
aktiv
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Parameter
NR.72:
NR.73:
NR.74:
NR.75:
NR.76:
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Legend
(with activated charcoal filter) 7

Value: aktiv {active}, inaktiv {inactive}
See Section 12.2.5 Pollutant-dependent
switchover to recirculated air (NR.71:)
UL Possibly Umluft {Recirculate} Logik
{Logic} GEN {??}
Pollution-dependant recirculated air circuit
-Inactive,
-Active (with activated charcoal filter) Standard,
-Active (without activated charcoal filter) Active
(with activated charcoal filter)
See Section 12.2.5 Pollutant-dependent
switchover to recirculated air (NR.71:)
Tunnel Funktion {Tunnel Function}
Convenience Locking (Tunnel Shift)8
See Section 12.2.6 Convenience closing (tunnel
circuit) (NR.73:)
Geblse Balken {Fan Beam}
Beam indicator for blower in automatic mode.
ACC bar display for blower in automatic mode.
Display and Do not display9
Value: generell {general}, and TBD
See Section 12.2.7 Bar display for blower in
automatic mode (NR.74:)
Reheat Modus {Reheat Mode}
Standard and icing protection. 10
See Section 12.2.8 REHEAT mode (NR.75:)
Umluft Manuell {Manual Fan Recirculate}
Value: zeitbegr. {??}, and TBD
For a 171.456 vehicle Manual recirculated air
control. Options are:
LIMITED: After a certain time, the recirculated
air flap will open again slightly to prevent the
oxygen concentration in the air dropping.
UNLIMITED: The recirculated air flap always
remains 100% closed. Warning: After a time,
the oxygen concentration in the interior air will
Value
Engine Off
and Cold1
Value
Maximum
Cooling
Engine at
Idle2
Value
Vehicle at
Speed3
inaktiv
inaktiv
inaktiv
aktiv
aktiv
aktiv
generell
generell
generell
inaktiv
inaktiv
inaktiv
zeitbegr.
zeitbegr.
zeitbegr.
Reference: Workshop Information System (WIS) (via Diagnostic Assistance System (DAS) and Xentry) document GF80.57P-4102-03IA
8
9
10
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Parameter
NR.77:
NR.78:
NR.79:
NR.80:
NR.81:
NR.82:
NR.83:
NR.84:
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Legend
drop because no fresh air is coming in.

Display
Readout for ACC display: night design
Value: gen. neg. {negative display} automat.
{automatic}
See Section 12.2.9 Readout in display: night
design (NR.77:)
National version for Air Conditioner:
Remaining World or Hot Countries11.
Heissland {Hot Country}
See Section 12.2.2 National version climate
control (NR.78:)
Maxcool:
ACTIVATED: In automatic mode, the message
MAX COOL appears in the display if high
cooling output is requested.
DEACTIVATED: Message MAX COOL is
never shown.
Value aktiv {active}, inaktiv {inactive}
Display
Readout for ACC display: day design,
Value: automat. {automatic}, ?? {positive
display}.
See Section 12.2.10 Readout in display: day
design (NR.80:)
Abspeicherung {Storage}
Possibly key responsive storage of ACC settings
ie each remote control key stores ACC settings.
Value: Schlssel {Key}, and TBD
See 12.2.11 Section Key-responsive storing of
AC settings (NR.81:)
Schnellauf {High Speed}
Umluft {Fan} 100%
100% recirculated air mode is possible. 12
Value: mglich {possible}, and not possible
See Section 12.2.12 100% recirculated air mode
is possible (NR.83:)
Gebl. {Fan} Reaktion {Response}
Possibly Immediate blower reaction when
temperature is adjusted TBC Confirmed
Value: aktiv {active}, m.Sonne, and TBD
Value
Engine Off
and Cold1
Value
Maximum
Cooling
Engine at
Idle2
Value
Vehicle at
Speed3
gen. neg.
gen. neg.
gen. neg.
inaktiv
inaktiv
inaktiv
aktiv
aktiv
aktiv
automat.
automat.
automat.
Schlssel
Schlssel
Schlssel
aktiv
aktiv
aktiv
mglich
mglich
mglich
aktiv
aktiv
aktiv
12
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Parameter
NR.85:
NR.86:
NR.87:
NR.88:
NR.89:
NR.90:
NR.91:
NR.92:
NR.93:
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Legend
See Section 12.2.13 Immediate blower reaction

when temperature is adjusted (NR.84:)
Grundeinstell {Basic Service}
Possibly Automatic basic setting for rear air
conditioning TBC
Value: automat. {automatic}, inaktiv{inactive}.
See Section 12.2.14 Automatic basic setting
Rear air conditioning (NR.85:)
UL-KL. Bei {??} "0"
UL Possibly Umluft {Recirculate}
Position of main air flap (ie Recirculated Air
Flap with ACC switched off) 13.
Value: geschl. {closed}, and open
See Section 12.2.15 Recirculated air flap with
automatic air conditioning switched off
(NR.86:)
Grundbelftung {Basic Ventilation}
Possibly electric engine coolant fan TBC
See Section 12.2.16 Suction fan control Basic
fresh air flow (NR.87:)
ESL 20 bar 100%
ESL 20 bar 90%
Value: inaktiv {inactive}, and TBD
ESL 18 bar 100%
ESL 18 bar 90%
ESL Gndbel. Grundbelftung {Basic
Ventilation} 25%
Basic setting for electric engine coolant fan for
vehicle speed <70Km/h and air temperature
>15C. ACC may over-ride this value if required.
Value: inaktiv {inactive}, aktiv {active}
See Section 12.2.18 Electric suction fan (NR.92:
and NR.93:)
ESL Gndbel. Grundbelftung {Basic
Ventilation} 40%
Basic setting for electric engine coolant fan for
vehicle speed <70Km/h and air temperature
>15C. ACC may over-ride this value if required.
Value: inaktiv {inactive}, aktiv {active}
See Section 12.2.18 Electric suction fan (NR.92:
and NR.93:)
Value
Engine Off
and Cold1
Value
Maximum
Cooling
Engine at
Idle2
Value
Vehicle at
Speed3
automat.
inaktiv
inaktiv
geschl.
geschl.
geschl.
aktiv
aktiv
aktiv
aktiv
aktiv
aktiv
inaktiv
inaktiv
inaktiv
inaktiv
inaktiv
inaktiv
inaktiv
inaktiv
inaktiv
aktiv
aktiv
aktiv
inaktiv
inaktiv
inaktiv
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Parameter
Legend
NR.94:
NR.95:
NR.96:
Not Used
TBD
A/C Compressor Torque (Nm)
Value: 0 Nm TBD Nm
This is an estimated value the ACC Controller
sends to the ECU. The ACC delays the signal to
the compressor a little bit and sends the desired
torque value to the ECU. The ECU then informs
the engine that there will be an additional torque
applied. Thus any load shock to the engine by
the compressor engaging is avoided.
A/C Komp {Compressor} Stell {Capacity}
Value AUS {OFF} 0% 100%
A/C Compressor Valve DC Current (mA)
Value: 0 mA 1000 mA TBC
Inner Regler {Internal Controls}
This is a weighted average from NR.01: and
NR.02: which the ACC uses for a calculation of
TBD.
NR.97:
NR.98:
NR.99:
Value
Engine Off
and Cold1
Value
Maximum
Cooling
Engine at
Idle2
Value
Vehicle at
Speed3
aktiv
0 Nm
24 Nm
18 Nm
0%
70%
46%
0 mA
700 mA
460 mA
+25,3C
+22,4 C
+25.5C
8. ACC Flap/Vent, Engine Fan and A/C Compressor Test Menu

8.1.
Aim
This menu allows testing of the Auto Climate Control (ACC) Flaps/Vents/Outlets and the operation of the
Engine Coolant Fan and the A/C Compressor.
8.2.
Test Examples
For example, each electrically operated Flap/Vent/Outlet can be exercised through its full range of
operation whilst subjectively or objectively monitoring the resulting effect on the Auto Climate Control
(ACC) air flow and/or output temperature.
Test Parameter NR.12: allows the Engine Coolant Electric Suction Fan (M4/3) to be tested through most
of its operational range; Off, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%, On. Note the engine
must be running for this test and hence the fan may not be set to Off.
Similarly, Test Parameter NR.13: allows the A/C Compressor to be tested by varying its Capacity from;
Off, 1%, 2%, 3% up to 98%, 99%, On.
8.3.
Method
Press the Residual Heat and Ventilation (REST) button and Recirculate Air Button for greater than five
seconds with ignition on (position 2) or with engine running.
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Figure 5 Recirculate and Residual Heat and Ventilation (REST) Buttons
Returns a menu with Flaps Symbol and Parameters NR.00: NR.13: representing the electrically operated
Flap/Vent Door, Engine Coolant Fan and A/C Compressor Settings.
Figure 6 ACC Flap/Vent, Engine Fan and A/C Compressor Menu for NR.00:
The ACC Blower Speed changes to maximum speed, i.e. Manual Max with 7 bars.
All electrically operated flaps/vents are commonly set to the Menu default of ZU {Closed}. See Table
below. This results in all ACC Blower air exiting the following manually-operated flaps if open;
#8a Side Window Fixed Outlet Front Compartment Left and Right
#8b Side Door Fixed Outlet Front Compartment Left and Right
#9 Side Outlet Rear Compartment (B Pillar) Left and Right
#10 Centre Outlet Rear Compartment.
If all manually-operated flaps are closed the blower air exits via;
#8a Side Window Fixed Outlet Front Compartment Left and Right.
Use the Left Increase or Decrease Temperature Button to scroll through parameters.
Figure 7 Left Increase or Decrease Temperature Button
Use the Right Increase or Decrease Temperature Button to test the full range of operation of the displayed
Parameter. Allow plenty of time for the Flap/Vent to change position.
Figure 8 Right Increase or Decrease Temperature Button
Press Residual Heat and Ventilation (REST) button to exit the Menu. All electrically operated Flap/Vent,
Engine Fan and A/C Compressor settings return to normal operation as required by the Auto Climate
Control (ACC) Module.
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Legend ACC Flap/Vent, Engine Fan and A/C Compressor Settings
Parameter
Legend
NR.00:
All ACC Electrically Operated Flaps/Vents

Value: ZU ({Closed}, AUF {Open}
NB: Fresh Air (#1) and Recirculated Air (#2) Flaps operate as a pair, eg when
NR.00: = ZU {Closed} Recirculated Air Flap (#2) is also Closed and Fresh
Air Flap (#1) is Open.
Defroster Outlet Flap Left (M16/13) (#7)
Value: ZU {Closed}, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%,
AUF {Open}
Defroster Outlet Flap Right (M16/14) (#7)
Value: ZU {Closed}, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%,
AUF {Open}
Footwell Flap Left Front Compartment (M16/15) (#11)
Value: ZU {Closed}, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%,
AUF {Open}
Footwell Flap Right Front Compartment (M16/16) (#11)
Value: ZU {Closed}, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%,
AUF {Open}
Centre Outlet Front Compartment Temperature Regulating Blend Flap Left
(M16/19) (#5)
Value: ZU {Closed}, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%,
AUF {Open}
Centre Outlet Front Compartment Temperature Regulating Blend Flap Right
(M16/20) (#5)
Value: ZU {Closed}, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%,
AUF {Open}
Centre Outlet Front Compartment Diverter Flap Left (M16/17) (#4)
Value: ZU {Closed}, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%,
AUF {Open}
Centre Outlet Front Compartment Diverter Flap Right (M16/18) (#4)
Value: ZU {Closed}, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%,
AUF {Open}
Recirculated Air (#2) Flap (M16/21)
Value: ZU {Closed}, 70%, AUF {Open}
NB: Fresh Air (#1) and Recirculated Air (#2) Flaps operate as a pair, eg when
NR.09: = ZU {Closed} Recirculated Air Flap (#2) is Closed and Fresh Air
Flap (#1) is Open.
Aktivkohle Filter (AKF) {Activated Charcoal Filter (ACF)} (A32m2) (#3)
LED Value: AUS {OFF}, EIN {ON}
Bypass Flap Value: AUS {Open}, EIN {Closed}
Flap Calibration
Value: inaktiv {inactive} 0 TBD
Engine Coolant Electric Suction Fan (M4/3)
Value: AUS {Off}, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%, EIN
{On}
A/C Komp {Compressor} Stell {Capacity}
NR.01:
NR.02:
NR.03:
NR.04:
NR.05:
NR.06:
NR.07:
NR.08:
NR.09:
NR.10:
NR.11:
NR.12:
NR.13:
14
Typical
Default
Value14
ZU
ZU
ZU
ZU
ZU
ZU
ZU
ZU
ZU
ZU
ZU
0
20%
AUS
ACC Settings Engine Off: Centre Vent: AUTO, Left Temp: 22C, Right Temp: 21C, Blower: AUTO, Left Air Delivery:
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Parameter
Legend
Typical
Default
Value14
Value AUS {Off} 1%, 2%, 3% 98%, 99%, EIN {On}
9. ACC Fault/Error Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC).

9.1.
Aim
To access/review/read the Automatic Climate Control (ACC) Fault/Error Diagnostic Trouble Codes
(DTC) which are permanently stored in the ACC system, and to clear/reset/erase them from ACC
memory.
9.2.
Example
For example using the clear/reset/erase procedure you can unlock the Air Conditioner (A/C) compressor
after recharging if youve run out of refrigerant gas.
9.3.
Access/Review/Read Automatic Climate Control (ACC) Fault/Error
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) Procedure
Ensure the starting position is with both ACC AUTO knobs pressed in (knob is inside, which means the
system is in "Auto" function mode).
Figure 9 Both ACC AUTO Knobs Pressed In
Press Residual Heat and Ventilation (REST) and Activated Charcoal Filter Buttons simultaneously for
greater than 5 seconds with ignition on (position 2) or with engine running.
Figure 10 Activated Charcoal Filter and Residual Heat and Ventilation (REST) Buttons
The ACC display screen shows "searching ".

Then ACC display screen shows
"DIAGN.
ERRor ----"
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Figure 11 Fault/Error Codes Menu
Use the Right Increase or Decrease Temperature Button to scroll up and down to see each fault/error code.
Figure 12 Right Increase or Decrease Temperature Button
Press Residual Heat and Ventilation (REST) button to exit Menu.
9.4.
Legend/Description/Meaning
Reference: Edited version of http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ssue-w220.html

ACC DTC
B1000
B1022
B1023
B1053
B1054
B1055
B1056
B1057
B1059
B1074
B1075
B1076
B1087
B1088
B1219
B1228
B1229
B1230
B1241
B1256
B1257
B1267
B1268
B1269
B1270
B1271
B1298
Description
AAC Pushbutton Control Module (N22) is defective.
Fault in CAN communication with control unit Electric Seat Adjuster Front Left (ESAFL).
Fault in CAN communication with control unit Electric Seat Adjuster Front Right (ESAFR).
Fault in CAN communication with control unit Door Control Module Rear Right (DCMRR).
Fault in CAN communication with control unit Door Control Module Front Right (DCMFR).
Fault in CAN communication with control unit Door Control Module Front Left (DCMFL).
Fault in CAN communication with control unit Door Control Unit Rear Left (DCM-RL).
Fault in CAN communication with control unit Overhead Control Panel (OCP).
Fault in CAN communication with control unit Signal Acquisition Module Front Left
(SAM-FL).
Fault in CAN communication with control unit Electronic Ignition Switch (EIS).
Fault in CAN communication with control unit Signal Acquisition Module Front Right
(SAM-FR).
Fault in CAN communication with control unit Signal Acquisition Module Rear (REAR
SAM).
Fault in CAN communication with control unit Stationary Heater (TSTH).
Fault in CAN communication with control unit Instrument Cluster Module (ICM).
In Car Temperature Sensor (N22b1) AAC Pushbutton Control Module (N22).
Heater Core Temperature Sensor Left Front Compartment (B10/2).
Heater Core Temperature Sensor Right Front Compartment (B10/3).
Evaporator Core Temperature Sensor Front Compartment (B10/6).
Refrigerant (R134A) Level is too low.
Evaporator Core Temperature Sensor Front Compartment (B10/6).
Refrigerant (R134A) Pressure is 0 bar.
Communication Fault of A/C Bus.
Communication fault of A/C Bus with Centre Vent Control Module (N18/4).
Communication fault of A/C Bus with Multi-function Sensor (B31/1).
Communication fault of A/C Bus with 4 Quadrant Sun Sensor (B32/2).
Communication fault of A/C Bus with Stepper Motor Control Module (N22/5).
Evaporator Core Temperature Sensor, Rear Passenger Compartment (B10/6).
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ACC DTC
B1417
B1418
B1424
B1426
B1429
B1434
B1451
B1452
B1453
B1455
B1456
B1457
B1458
B1463
B1464
B1849
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Description
Duo Heater Valve Left Front (A31y1).
Duo Heater Valve Right Front (A31y2).
Activated Charcoal Filter Flap (#3) Adjustment Motor (A32m2).
Circulation Pump (A31/1m1)
RR Duo Valve (A31/1y2)
Voltage Supply of A/C Bus.
Centre Outlet Left Diverter Flap (#4) Actuator Motor (M16/17).
Centre Outlet Left Temperature Regulating Blend Flap (#5) Actuator Motor (M16/19).
Fresh Air (#1) and Recirculated Air (#2) Flap Actuator Motor (M16/21).
Defroster Vent Flap Left (#7) Actuator Motor (M16/13).
Defroster Vent Flap Right (#7) Actuator Motor (M16/14).
Footwell Flap Left (#11) Actuator Motor (M16/15).
Footwell Flap Right (#11) Actuator Motor (M16/16).
Centre Outlet Right Diverter Flap (#4) Actuator Motor (M16/18).
Centre Outlet Right Temperature Regulating Blend Flap (#5) Actuator Motor (M16/20).
Fault in CAN communication with Control Unit Rear Compartment ACC Module (N22/4).
9.5.
Reset/Clear/Erase Fault/Error Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)
Procedure
To Reset/Clear/Erase a Fault/Error Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) repeat the method to
access/review/read the fault/error codes in the Automatic Climate Control (ACC) system. But ensure the
starting position is with both ACC AUTO Air Delivery knobs pressed in (knob is inside, which means the
system is in "Auto" function mode).
Figure 13 Both ACC AUTO Air Delivery Knobs Pressed In
Then press Residual Heat and Ventilation (REST) and Activated Charcoal Filter Buttons simultaneously
for greater than 5 seconds with ignition on (position 2) or with engine running.
The ACC display screen shows "searching ".
Then ACC display screen shows
"DIAGN.
ERRor ----"
Use the Right Increase or Decrease Temperature Button (TBC) to scroll up and down to see the fault/error
codes.
To Reset/Clear/Erase a Fault/Error Code set the screen on the Fault Code (TBC) then press out Left ACC
AUTO Air Delivery Button (ie place Left AUTO Air Delivery button extended in Manual Mode) and then
press out Right ACC AUTO Air Delivery Button (ie place Right AUTO Air Delivery button extended in
Manual Mode).
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Figure 14 Left AUTO Air Delivery Button Extended In Manual Mode
Then press the left one in first, and then the right one in.
The display shows errors deleted.
Press Residual Heat and Ventilation (REST) button to exit Menu.
Turn ignition off, then back on again, and the ACC screen is reset and back to normal.
10. Unterkhlung
Unterkhlung means the number of degrees the refrigerant is cooled before it exits the condenser.
The unit for the temperature reduction is usually degrees Kelvin [K]. Note a change (reduction or
increase) of 1K = a change of 1C. However an absolute temperature of 27C = 300K.
In a refrigerative air conditioner, when the refrigerant has warmed up after cooling the inside of the car it
turns back to a gas. The air conditioner compressor will then turn the gaseous refrigerant back to a liquid
again ready for another cycle. The process of compressing the gas to a liquid generates a lot of heat, which
is dissipated in the condenser (the hot finned heat exchanger in front of the cars radiator).
Subcooling is a measurement of how much the liquid in the condenser cools down before exiting the
condenser. When the hot gas in the condenser first turns to liquid, its temperature is at the saturation
point. This means that the temperature of the liquid as it first forms is at the same temperature at which the
refrigerant is condensing the saturation temperature. Unterkhlung or subcooling is the number of
degrees the liquid refrigerant is allowed to cool before it leaves the condenser. According to one
reference, the general rule of thumb is that it should give up about 10 degrees Fahrenheit (or about 5
degrees Kelvin) before it leaves the condenser coil, however 15 degrees Fahrenheit (or about 8 degrees
Kelvin) is also common.
By checking the subcooling you can tell how much refrigerant is in the condenser.
If the subcooling is too low, the condenser will run out of refrigerant prematurely at higher load
conditions, overheating the compressor and reducing performance and efficiency.
If the subcooling is too high, the system will be overcharged, reducing performance, efficiency, and
ultimately damaging compressor valves and start components.
Typical values for Unterkhlung or subcooling in a W220 Mercedes Benz are; (NR.09:) 10K. The
maximum value is given by NR.19: and is about 14K.
11. Conclusion
Like all reverse engineering projects it is often difficult to understand the original thinking and design that
was used to implement a particular function. In the case of the M-B ACC parameters and their values, it
is even more difficult to decide what is meant due to the design language being German, and due to the
use of abbreviations, which often do not translate well.
In my mind there is still much doubt over exactly what is meant by some of the terms used in the
parameter definitions. What is also really confusing is that in many cases there appears to be no
consistency between the values as displayed using the Residual Heat and Ventilation (REST) button
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compared with the terms discovered in STAR DAS. For example, according to DAS the parameter Bar
display for blower in automatic mode has possible values of Display or Do not display and must
definitely be the parameter as defined by NR.74. Whereas the value shown for NR.74: using the REST
button displays generell {general} and an alternative option, yet to be determined. It may be that the
ACC was designed by a manufacturer who used one set of terminology which is what is seen when using
the REST button, but when the ACC is accessed via the STAR DAS, the terminology as required by M-B
is used, with some form of internal translation being hidden in the vehicle computer systems.
What has led me to this conclusion is that when using my 2011 STAR DAS XEntry in Simulation Mode,
it automatically defaults to a W221 S500 vehicle and W220 S500 values are not available. Then perusing
the ACC codings for a W221 S500, the terminology appears much simpler and easier to understand,
almost as though it has evolved, and after one generation has improved markedly. However, even though
many of the functions have also remained the same from one generation to the next, it is still hard going
trying to understand what it all means.
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12. Appendix A. ACC Parameter Coding Definitions

The STAR Diagnostic Assistance System was used to read the W220 S500 possible coding values and
definitions for the Automatic Climate Control parameters which are controlled by the Central gateway
(CGW) control unit.
12.1.
Summary: of Method
Connect STAR
Navigate through safety messages and menu choices to get to Main groups and see
Select Control units and see
Select appropriate setting for your vehicle and see
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Select Body and see
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Select CGW-Central gateway and see
Select Control Unit Adaptations and see
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Select Read coding and change if necessary and see
Select Climate control and see
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This window shows the ACC parameters controlled via the Central gateway (CGW) and their
corresponding values. I then investigated each one in turn to better understand the function being
controlled.
12.2.
ACC Parameters and Possible Values
Warning: Please note that the coding values as stored and shown below are for my particular vehicle only,
an Australian delivered 2003 Updated Version of W220 S500L with two zone air conditioning. Other
vehicles will most likely have different values to mine.
12.2.1.
Electric suction fan (25-40 % basic ventilation)
My OEM coding value was set to ACTIVATED.

STAR DAS says:
The electric suction fan only runs as required for the air conditioning system. If special equipment
Electric suction fan is installed, the coding must be set to ACTIVATED.
Coding options are: ACTIVATED or DEACTIVATED.

My interpretation as to what M-B means for parameter Electric suction fan (25-40 % basic ventilation)
is;
ACTIVATED: When the special equipment Electric suction fan is installed, the coding must
be set to ACTIVATED to allow the engine electronics to run the electric suction fan as required
for the air conditioning system in addition to the control required for engine cooling. The basic
ventilation obtained for the air conditioner is supplied for vehicle speed <70Km/h and air
temperature >15C. The OEM factory setting for normal climates is 25%, but options for 30% and
40% are also available. The actual percentage setting used for the ACC basic ventilation is coded
by parameter Electric suction fan, see Section 12.2.18. The engine electronics calculate the fan
speed setting depending on the engine temperature and compares this with the request from the air
conditioning. The greater of the two is output as the control signal.
DEACTIVATED: The electric suction fan only runs as required for engine cooling. (To Be
Confirmed.)
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National version climate control (NR.78:)
My OEM coding value was set to Rest of world.

STAR DAS says:
Setting for country where vehicle is to be driven Selecting Hot countries increases blower actuation
setting, adjusts set temperature downwards and activates the suction fan actuation sooner. Hot countries
(e. g. Arab and African countries)
Coding options are: Rest of world, Hot countries, or Cold countries.
12.2.3.
Rear air conditioning
My OEM coding value was set to NOT PRESENT as I do not have separate rear air conditioning.
STAR DAS says:
If special equipment Rear air conditioning is installed, the coding must be set to PRESENT.
Coding options are: NOT PRESENT or PRESENT.
12.2.4.
Refrigerant level check
My OEM coding value was set to ACTIVE.

STAR DAS says:
Checking refrigerant fill level by means of pressure and temperature. INACTIVE means that the fill level
is not checked by means of pressure and temperature. Set coding to INACTIVE if component
Refrigerant level check is not installed.
Coding options are: ACTIVE or INACTIVE.
12.2.5.
Pollutant-dependent switchover to recirculated air (NR.71:)
My OEM coding value was set to INACTIVE. However I took the opportunity to change it to ACTIVE
(without activated charcoal filter) ACTIVE (with activated charcoal filter).
STAR DAS says:
Pressing button Activated charcoal filter has no effect on the pollution-dependent switching to
recirculated air, i.e. the recirculated air flap can close even if button Activated charcoal filter is pressed.
Coding options are: INACTIVE, ACTIVE (with activated charcoal filter) SERIES, or ACTIVE
(without activated charcoal filter) ACTIVE (with activated charcoal filter).
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My interpretation as to what M-B means for parameter Pollutant-dependent switchover to recirculated

air is;
INACTIVE: The activated charcoal filter and the recirculated air modes of operation of the ACC
are independently selectable as required by the driver.
ACTIVE (with activated charcoal filter) SERIES: Whenever the activated charcoal filter option is
selected in the ACC, automatic switchover to recirculated air mode of operation will occur once
the sensed pollution levels exceed a preset amount.
ACTIVE (without activated charcoal filter) ACTIVE (with activated charcoal filter): The ACC
will automatically switch to recirculated air whenever the sensed pollutant levels reach a certain
level, regardless of whether the charcoal filter has been selected or not.
What SERIES means is a mystery.
12.2.6.
Convenience closing (tunnel circuit) (NR.73:)

STAR DAS says:
Setting of recirculated air convenience feature: Recirculated air convenience means that the windows and
the sliding roof are opened or closed automatically or manually.

My interpretation as to what M-B means for parameter Convenience closing (tunnel circuit) is;
See also the similar parameter at Section 12.2.19 Automatic lowering for convenience closing (tunnel
mode switching) near the bottom of the list. Both parameters have identical definition statements.
There are two distinct functions associated with the convenience function.
Any or all open windows and sliding roof may be automatically closed by holding the ACC
Recirculate button in for a couple of seconds. Ref WIS, the sliding roof and windows are closed
one after another to avoid excessively high electrical currents.
All the vehicle windows and the sliding roof may be simultaneously and remotely opened
(lowered) or closed (raised) using the key fob. The key must be in close proximity to the door
handle receiver as an IR control signal is used.
I suspect that the first convenience function is set by this parameter and the second convenience function
is set by the parameter at the bottom of the list.
12.2.7.
Bar display for blower in automatic mode (NR.74:)
My OEM coding value was set to Display.

STAR DAS says:
Display: The blower bars appear in the display in the automatic mode.
Do not display: The blower bars do not appear in the display in the automatic mode.
Coding options are: Display or Do not display.
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REHEAT mode (NR.75:)
My OEM coding value was set to Standard.

STAR DAS says:
The following settings are possible:
Standard: The air to be dehumidified is cooled down to the dew point.
Anti-icing protection: The air to be dehumidified is cooled down to the icing point.
Coding options are: Standard or Anti-icing protection.

My interpretation as to what M-B means for parameter REHEAT mode is;
Standard: No special anti-icing capability is provided and the air passing through the evaporator is
cooled down to the dew point (liquid stage only) before entering the passenger compartment. Once
enough droplets of liquid accumulate on the evaporator they will be naturally exhausted due to
vibration and gravity via the ACC drain pipes.
Anti-icing protection: Prevents the possibility of the ACC evaporator from icing up in higher
humidity environments. Excess ice can reduce air flow through the evaporator and consequently
the ACC will not work properly. Excess pressures may even damage the compressor. The air to be
dehumidified is cooled down past the dew point (where liquid is formed) to the icing point (where
ice is formed) and then the evaporator is momentarily heated slightly to de-ice it. This causes the
ice to change back to liquid again, and because there is usually a lot of it, it will naturally be
exhausted through the ACC drain pipes. (To Be Confirmed)
12.2.9.
Readout in display: night design (NR.77:)
My OEM coding value was set to Night design.

STAR DAS says:
The following settings are possible.
Automatic: Normal setting
Night design: The readout in the display appears negative depending on the ambient brightness: light
digits against a black background (night time). The ambient brightness is detected by the light sensor.
Coding options are: Automatic or Night design.
12.2.10.
Readout in display: day design (NR.80:)
My OEM coding value was set to Automatic.

STAR DAS says:
The following settings are possible.
Automatic: Normal setting
Day design: The readout in the display appears positive depending on the ambient brightness: black digits
against a light background (day time). The ambient brightness is detected by the light sensor.
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Coding options are: Automatic or Day design.
12.2.11.
Key-responsive storing of AC settings (NR.81:)
My OEM coding value was set to YES.

STAR DAS says:
The air conditioning settings are stored for the current vehicle key number in the AC operating unit when
the ignition is switched off.
Coding options are: YES or NO.
12.2.12.
100% recirculated air mode is possible (NR.83:)

STAR DAS says:
Never allow the use of 100% recirculated air in desert countries.
In desert countries, the vacuum associated with 100% recirculated air mode may cause sand to enter the
interior compartment.

Note my interpretation as to what M-B means for parameter 100% recirculated air mode is possible is;
YES: 100% recirculated air mode is possible.
NO: 100% recirculated air mode is not available. In desert countries, the vacuum associated with
having 100% recirculated air may cause dust to be drawn into the interior compartment.
12.2.13.
Immediate blower reaction when temperature is adjusted (NR.84:)

STAR DAS says:
Temporary blower output increase when adjusting specified temperature depending on blown air
temperature.
Coding options are: NO or YES.
12.2.14.
Automatic basic setting Rear air conditioning (NR.85:)

STAR DAS says:
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The automatic reset of the AC settings occurs in the rear if the seat belt is not buckled.
12.2.15.
Recirculated air flap with automatic air conditioning switched off
(NR.86:)
My OEM coding value was set to CLOSED.
STAR DAS says:
CLOSED: With button 0 pressed and the vehicle traveling at high speeds, drafts are prevented because
the recirculated air flap is closed.
OPEN: The recirculated air flap is closed in position 0 to prevent drafts in the interior compartment.
Coding options are: CLOSED or OPEN.

Note this definition doesnt make sense and implies that the recirculated air flap is closed with the ACC
on/off button in position 0 for both CLOSED and OPEN options.
My interpretation (yet To Be Confirmed) as to what M-B really means for ACC parameter Recirculated
air flap with automatic air conditioning switched off is;
CLOSED: With ACC button 0 pressed and the vehicle traveling at high speeds, drafts are
prevented because the recirculated air flap is closed.
OPEN: The recirculated air flap is open in position 0.
12.2.16.
Suction fan control Basic fresh air flow (NR.87:)
My OEM coding value was set to ON.

STAR DAS says:
OFF: The electric suction fan runs only when required for air conditioning. This must be coded if a
blower fan is installed.
Coding options are: ON or OFF.
12.2.17.
Refrigerant-responsive actuation of electric suction fan
My OEM coding value was set to Remaining engines.

STAR DAS says:
Please select a profile.
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Coding options are: Remaining engines, M137, OM628 Rest of World, BR230, M113 USA,
M137, or ---.
12.2.18.
Electric suction fan (NR.92: and NR.93:)
My OEM coding value was set to Electric suction fan (25% basic ventilation). However I took this
opportunity to increase it to Electric suction fan (30% basic ventilation).
STAR DAS says:
Please select a profile.
Coding options are: Electric suction fan (25% basic ventilation), Electric suction fan (40% basic
ventilation), Electric suction fan (30% basic ventilation) or ---.
12.2.19.
Automatic lowering for convenience closing (tunnel mode
switching) (NR.69:)
STAR DAS says:
Setting of recirculated air convenience feature: Recirculated air convenience means that the windows and
the sliding roof are opened or closed automatically or manually.

My interpretation as to what M-B means for parameter Automatic lowering for convenience closing
(tunnel mode switching) is;
See also the similar parameter at Section 12.2.6 Convenience closing (tunnel circuit) (NR.73:) near the top
of the list. Both parameters have identical definition statements.
There are two distinct functions associated with the convenience function.
Any or all open windows and sliding roof may be automatically closed by holding the ACC
Recirculate button in for a couple of seconds. Ref WIS, the sliding roof and windows are closed
one after another to avoid excessively high electrical currents.
All the vehicle windows and the sliding roof may be simultaneously and remotely opened
(lowered) or closed (raised) using the key fob. The key must be in close proximity to the door
handle receiver as an IR control signal is used.
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I suspect that the first convenience function is set by the parameter at the top of the list and the second
convenience function is set by this parameter.
12.2.20.
Cooling in footwell

STAR DAS says:
YES: The footwell temperature is set lower in automatic mode.
12.2.21.
Blower speed reduction during voice operation

STAR DAS says:
YES: With the voice control active, blower output is reduced by 50%.

My interpretation of parameter Blower speed reduction during voice operation is;
YES: With the voice control active, the ACC blower fan speed is reduced by 50%. This reduces
the noise level and allows better voice control operation.
NO: With the voice control active, the ACC blower fan speed does not change.

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W220 S-Class Automatic Climate Control (ACC)

5. Automatic Climate Control (ACC) Vents and Outlets Legend

Figure 1 Definition of W220 Automatic Climate Control (ACC) Flaps/Vents/Outlets

#1 Fresh Air Electrically-operated Flap

Figure 2 Location of W220 Automatic Climate Control (ACC) Flaps/Vents/Outlets

6. M113 Engine Coolant Circuit Diagram

7. Access/Review/Read Auto Climate Control (ACC) Actual

Figure 3 Residual Heat and Ventilation (REST) Button

Diagnostic returns Parameters NR.00: NR.99: one at a time without a legend.

Figure 4 Left Increase or Decrease Temperature Button

Legend and Typical Values

In Car Temperature Sensor (N22/b1),

Refer to Section Unterkhlung at end of document.

Centre Vent (N18/4) Centre Potentiometer

Filter (ACF)} (A32m2) (#3)

(with activated charcoal filter) 7

drop because no fresh air is coming in.

See Section 12.2.13 Immediate blower reaction

8. ACC Flap/Vent, Engine Fan and A/C Compressor Test Menu

Figure 7 Left Increase or Decrease Temperature Button

Figure 8 Right Increase or Decrease Temperature Button

Legend ACC Flap/Vent, Engine Fan and A/C Compressor Settings

All ACC Electrically Operated Flaps/Vents

Value AUS {Off} 1%, 2%, 3% 98%, 99%, EIN {On}

9. ACC Fault/Error Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC).

Figure 9 Both ACC AUTO Knobs Pressed In

The ACC display screen shows "searching ".

Figure 12 Right Increase or Decrease Temperature Button

Press Residual Heat and Ventilation (REST) button to exit Menu.

Reference: Edited version of http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ssue-w220.html

Figure 13 Both ACC AUTO Air Delivery Knobs Pressed In

Figure 14 Left AUTO Air Delivery Button Extended In Manual Mode

12. Appendix A. ACC Parameter Coding Definitions

Select Control units and see

Select appropriate setting for your vehicle and see

Select Control Units and see

Select Body and see

Select CGW-Central gateway and see

Select Control Unit Adaptations and see

Select Read coding and change if necessary and see

Select Climate control and see

ACC Parameters and Possible Values

Electric suction fan (25-40 % basic ventilation)

My OEM coding value was set to ACTIVATED.

Coding options are: ACTIVATED or DEACTIVATED.

National version climate control (NR.78:)

My OEM coding value was set to Rest of world.

Coding options are: Rest of world, Hot countries, or Cold countries.

Rear air conditioning

Coding options are: NOT PRESENT or PRESENT.

Refrigerant level check

My OEM coding value was set to ACTIVE.

Coding options are: ACTIVE or INACTIVE.

Pollutant-dependent switchover to recirculated air (NR.71:)

My interpretation as to what M-B means for parameter Pollutant-dependent switchover to recirculated

Convenience closing (tunnel circuit) (NR.73:)

My OEM coding value was set to ACTIVE.

Coding options are: ACTIVE or INACTIVE.