BMW 7 Series: Central Locking System
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Unlocking and Locking the Vehicle
The central locking system makes it possible to unlock or lock the vehicle.
It is fitted as standard equipment and
relates to all vehicle doors, the fuel filler flap
Input/output Central Locking
Fig. 10: Central Locking Input/Output Diagram
COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION CHART
ID transmitter
Central locking button
Interior trunk button in the A-pillar
Car Access Sys
Unlocking/locking the Vehicle
The vehicle unlocking/locking procedure is initiated by the following system
components:
ID transmitter
Mechanical key/spare key
Exterior trunk button (only unlocks
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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC
DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION).
Necessary preliminary work:
Remove COVER ON REAR BUMPER PANEL.
Release latch mechanisms (1) and remove control unit (2) in direction of
arrow.
Fig. 287: Identifying Control Unit And Latch Mecha
A desiccant insert that is in a correctly functioning, sealed A/C system does
not have to be changed at regular
service-inspection intervals.
The desiccant bottle or desiccant insert must be replaced in the event of
the refrigerant being fouled by chips (e.g. mechanical damage to the
compressor