What are the symptoms of a failed active grille?
05-26,2025
Symptoms of a failed active grille:
A broken or damaged active grille.
If the grille fails to open/close, the aerodynamics and cooling performance of the vehicle will be affected.
During a failure of the active grille, the dashboard will display a warning message or a prompt for abnormal cooling system.
Possible reasons for failures of an active grille:
The active grille is located behind the bumper and in front of the impact beam. It has a high rate of damage after collision.
Deformation or cracking caused by long-term use, UV exposure, or environmental factors can lead to failure.
A malfunction of the electronic control system or the sensors will affect normal operation.
Daily maintenance suggestions:
Clean the grille gaps regularly to avoid accumulation of foreign objects, and perform proper deicing in winter.
Avoid modifications not in line with original specifications, choose reliable accessories, and take adequate waterproofing measures.

Advantages of DPA active grille:
Motor: The DPA active grille shutter for BMW models use the same brand of electric control system as OE products, and are interchangeable with the latter.
Mold: Ultra-precision molds with the same size as actual products are used to realize better fitting during assembly.
Material: A new support made of PP+GF30 is adopted, with a suitable temperature range from -30℃ to 150℃.
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