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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2001A6 AVANT QUATTROREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEWINDOWSFRONT DOORS, CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEMFRONT DOORSCENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM, SERVICINGNOTES
2001 Audi A6 Avant Quattro
Central locking system, servicing: Notes
2001 Audi A6 Avant QuattroSECTION Notes
- Unlike the previous system, which was pneumatically operated, the new generation central locking system operates using electric motors.
- The lock actuators in the doors are integrated in the lock and have 2 electric motors.
- The lock actuators cannot be replaced separately.
- The first electric motor locks the door and the second electric motor locks the interior door mechanism ("Safe" function).
- Locked doors can no longer be opened from inside the car.
- The lock actuators for the fuel filler flap and rear lid each have one electric motor, and can be replaced separately.
- After an accident involving activation of the airbag, the control module for central locking will unlock any active door locks.
- The control module for central locking is located inside a protective box in floor cavity beneath driver's seat and carpet, in front of floor pan crossmember.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.