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Vehicle data recording and privacy
Vehicle data recording
and privacy
Electronic control units are installed in your
vehicle. These control units process data
received from the vehicle's sensors, for example,
or data they generate themselves or exchange
with each other. Some of these control units are
required for the correct operation of your vehicle,
some others assist you while driving (driving or
manoeuvring aids), while others provide comfort
or infotainment functions.
The following contains general information about
how data is processed within the vehicle.
You will find additional information about the
specific data which is downloaded, stored
and transmitted to third parties and what it is
used for in your vehicle under the keyword
"Data protection". This information is directly
associated with the references for the functions
in question contained in the corresponding
vehicle handbook, or in the general terms and
conditions of sale.
This information is also available online.
Vehicle operating data
The control units process the data used for the
operation of the vehicle.
This data includes, for example:
–
Information about the state of the vehicle
(e.g.
speed, travel time, lateral acceleration,
wheel rotation rate, fastened seat belts display). –
Environmental conditions (e.g.
temperature,
rain sensor, distance sensor).
As a general rule, this data is temporary, is
not stored for longer than one operating cycle
and is only used within the vehicle itself. The
control units often record this data (including the
vehicle's key). This function allows either the
temporary or permanent storage of information
about the state of the vehicle, stresses on
components, servicing requirements, as well as
events and technical errors.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment level, the
data stored is as follows:
–
Operating state of system components
(e.g.
filling level, tyre pressures, battery charge
status).
–
Faults and malfunctions in important system
components (e.g.
lamps, brakes).
–
System reactions in specific driving situations
(e.g.
deployment of an airbag, triggering of
stability control and braking systems).
–
Information about events which have
damaged the vehicle.
–
For electric and rechargeable hybrid vehicles,
the traction battery charge level and the
estimated driving range.
In particular circumstances (e.g.
if the vehicle
has detected a malfunction), it may be necessary
to record data which would otherwise simply not
be stored.
When taking your vehicle in for servicing
(e.g.
repairs, maintenance), the stored operating
data may be read along with the vehicle's identification number and used if necessary.
The personnel working for the servicing network
(e.g.
garages, manufacturers) or third parties
(e.g. roadside assistance agents) may read
the vehicle's data. This also applies to work
carried out under warranty and quality assurance
measures.
This data is generally read via the OBD
(On-Board Diagnostics) port fitted by law to
the vehicle. It is used to report on the technical
state of the vehicle or its components and
facilitates the diagnosis of malfunctions, in
compliance with warranty obligations and for
quality improvement. This data, in particular the
information relating to stress on components,
technical events, operator errors and other
malfunctions, is sent to the Manufacturer, if
necessary, along with the vehicle's identification
number. The Manufacturer's liability may also be
engaged. The Manufacturer may also use the
operating data taken from the vehicle for product
recalls. This data may also be used to check the
customer's warranty and any claims made under
warranty.
Any malfunctions stored in the vehicle may be
reset by an after-sales service company during
servicing or repair work, or at your request.
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Alphabetical index
Inflating tyres and accessories
(using the kit)
174, 176
Information, vehicle
10, 212
Infrared camera
71, 113
Instrument panel
10, 22, 113
Instrument panels
10
ISOFIX mountings
90, 95
J
Jack 173–174, 176
Jump starting
183
K
Key 26–27, 30–31
Key, electronic
28–29
Keyless Entry and Starting
28–29, 99
Key not recognised
100
Key with remote control
26, 98
Kit, hands-free
204
Kit, puncture repair
172–174
Kit, temporary puncture repair
172–174, 176
Klaxon
78
L
Labels, identification 195
Lamps, parking
67
Lamps, rear 181
Lamps with Full LED technology
67, 181
Lane keeping assist
134
Lane positioning assist
121, 125–127
Leather (care)
171
LEDs - Light-emitting diodes
67, 180–181
Level, AdBlue®
165
Level, brake fluid
164
Level, Diesel additive
165–166
Level, engine coolant
19, 165
Level, engine oil
18, 164
Levels and checks
163–165
Level, screenwash fluid
74, 165
Light-emitting diodes - LEDs
67, 180–181
Lighting, boot
65
Lighting dimmer
22
Lighting, exterior
66, 69
Lighting, guide-me home
68
Lighting, interior
59–60
Lighting, mood
60
Lighting, welcome
68
Loading
159–160
Load reduction mode
162
Load space cover
61–62
Locating your vehicle
27
Locking
27–28
Locking from the inside
30
Locking the doors
30
Log, alerts
21
Long objects, transporting
60
Lumbar
44–45M
Mains socket (domestic network) 149–150
Maintenance (advice)
148, 169
Maintenance, routine
113, 165, 167
Manoeuvring aids (recommendations)
11 2
Map reading lamps
59
Markings, identification
195
Massage function
46–47
Massage, multi-point
46–47
Mat
59, 113
Menu, shortcuts
24
Mirror, rear view
48
Mirrors, door
47–48, 55, 136
Mirror, vanity
56
Misfuel prevention
146
Mobile application
25, 55, 155, 157
Motor, electric
107, 147, 193
Motorised tailgate
36–37
Mountings, ISOFIX
90, 95
N
Net, high load retaining 63–64
Night vision
71
Night Vision
71
O
Obstacle detection 138
