Scania ALM DTC 8198 Alarm code, upper storage compartment driver's side

ALM ALM control unit · Scania · 2 variants

Code 8198 (decimal). Some diagnostic tools show it in hexadecimal as 2006.

In short

The micro switch has triggered the alarm.

Variant 1

Applies to: ALM1 (ALM)

What does Scania ALM fault code 8198 mean?

What causes Scania DTC 8198?

How to fix Scania ALM fault code 8198?

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Variant 2: Alarm code, upper storage compartment on the driver's side

Applies to: ALM1

This information is for guidance only. Always follow the manufacturer workshop manual and safety procedures; if in doubt, contact an authorised workshop.

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