Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
System functions: Notes
The following description does not go into detail about all possible system functions of the central locking system (in dependence on the model series, model, vehicle equipment and national-market version).
The following system functions are described for the central locking system:
- Locking
- Deadlocking
- Unlocking
- Crash unlocking
- Forced deadlock release
- Lockout protection
- Repeat interlock
- Automatic relocking
- Voltage monitoring
- Selective unlocking
- Speed-dependent locking
- Unlocking the glove box
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.