5.2. Function overview

The function of the central locking system is basically divided between two control units.

The Car Access System has overall control. The Car Access System is aware of the statuses of the central locking system. Therefore it is the Car Access System which causes the unlocking, locking and central deadlocking of the vehicle.

The junction box electronics execute the request to unlock or lock the vehicle.

It is possible to unlock and lock the vehicle actively or passively.

Active means that the vehicle can be opened after it has been unlocked by pressing the button on the ID transmitter. The vehicle can be locked by pressing the Lock button after the doors have been closed.

NOTE: The vehicle can only be locked with the driver's door closed.

Passive locking and unlocking requires the optional Comfort Access equipment (option 322).

Passive means that the vehicle is unlocked when the outer door handle is grasped, provided the ID transmitter is located no more than approx. 1.5 metres away from the vehicle. The locking function is triggered by pressing on the sensitive area on the outer door handle.