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Checking function of Haldex coupling - vehicles with dual clutch gearbox > < Checking function of closed Haldex coupling
Checking function of open Haldex coupling
Checking function of open Haldex coupling
Test preconditions
t  Oil level of Haldex coupling OK.
t  Check oil level in Haldex coupling → Chapter.
t  Correct engine control unit and ABS control unit installed (check coding and control unit identification numbers).
–  Raise vehicle.
  Caution
For reasons of safety, vehicle must be placed on lifting platform so that wheels have no contact with the ground.
Carry out test with care to avoid damage.
–  Depress clutch pedal.
–  Start engine.
–  Depress clutch pedal, engage 1st gear and slowly "drive off".
All four wheels must now turn.
–  Apply handbrake or parking brake.
Rear wheels must stop and front wheels must continue to turn.
l  If rear wheels do not turn
The Haldex coupling is open and function is OK.
l  If rear wheels turn
Haldex coupling is closed. Possible cause of fault
t  Main pressure regulating valve might be stuck.
t  Mechanical defect in Haldex coupling
t  Four-wheel drive control unit -J492- on rear final drive defective.
t  Handbrake warning switch -F9- defective.
t  Or electromechanical parking brake button -E538- defective.
   

Checking function of Haldex coupling - vehicles with dual clutch gearbox > < Checking function of closed Haldex coupling