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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Control Unit
Fig. 124: Identifying VDM
INDEX REFERENCE CHART
VDM
The location of the VDM control unit is dependent on the country in which the
vehicle is sold.
On left-hand drive vehicles the control unit is fitted inside the
passenger compartment near the right A-pillar
(as illustrated)
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC
DAMAGE (ESD protection).
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove rear WHEEL
Read and comply with GENERAL INFORMATION.
Open housing cover.
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Installation:
Ensure proper locking of plug connector a