Repeat interlock
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In order to protect the central locking drives against overloading, the front electronic module (FEM) and rear electronic module (REM) monitor repeat operation. The doors, tailgate and fuel filler flap are monitored. If there are more than 30 attempts at activation within a short time frame, the drives are not unlocked for a certain time. The repeat interlock counter is decreased by the value 1 every 8 seconds.