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BDC Body Domain Controller

The body domain controller (BDC) is the central control unit in the vehicle electrical system. At the same time, the body domain controller (BDC) is the gateway for the other control units.

All LED headlight functions are controlled by the Body Domain Controller (BDC).

The Body Domain Controller (BDC) receives many input signals that lead to the switching on of the LED headlight.

The data of the ride height sensors on the front axle and rear axle are evaluated by the Body Domain Controller (BDC). The automatic headlight beam throw adjustment thus ensures that oncoming traffic is not dazzled.

The central gateway module (ZGM) is integrated into the Body Domain Controller (BDC). It is seen as a control unit within the control unit, as the central gateway module (ZGM) acts as a self-sufficient control unit within the Body Domain Controller (BDC).

The task of the central gateway module (ZGM) is to connect all bus systems. This combination allows general use of information from the individual bus systems.