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Central Operating Locations (Without KGM Body Gateway Module)
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION Central Operating Locations (Without KGM Body Gateway Module)
Central Locking
Functional description, see BMW Technology:
TIS -> Documents> SI Technology -> 61 05 03 (020)
Notes on function
The main control module for the central-locking system function is the Car Access System, CAS. It receives the signals of the remote control and the switch and sends the commands for locking and unlocking across the K-CAN to the door modules and the body base module.
The central-locking drives for the front doors are activated by each of the door modules. An additional lock contact is connected at the door module of the driver's door.
The central-locking drives for the rear doors and the fuel filler door are activated by the body base module.
States of the central-locking system
- Unlocked: Door can be opened from the outside and inside
- Locked: Door can only be opened from the inside (pull door handle twice).
- Armed: Door can be opened neither from the outside nor from the inside.
The "Arm" function is only run if:
- the ignition is switched off
- after switching off the ignition the driver's or passenger's door have been opened and closed
Fuel filler door
The fuel filler door is locked when the central-locking drives have been activated for "Arm".
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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.
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