Central Locking System (CLS): Notes

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A Radio Frequency (RF) Smart Key, without an integrated key, is a standard fitment allowing the vehicle to be locked and unlocked by pressing the appropriate handset buttons. The Smart Key is available in three variants depending on market requirements. These can be identified by a suffix change to the base part number as follows:

AA = 315 MHz
BA = 433 MHz
CA = 315 MHz Low power.

A new Passive Entry and Passive Start system is introduced. This system allows the driver to unlock and start the vehicle without using a vehicle key in a door lock or ignition switch. The passive entry system is an optional fitment. The passive start system is a standard fitment on all vehicles and allows the driver to start the vehicle without the use of a vehicle key. The system is combined with the passive anti-theft immobilization system.

For additional information, refer to: Anti-Theft - Passive

Emergency access to the vehicle is provided by a concealed key barrel located in the LH door handle only and in the liftgate. An emergency, removable key is fitted into the Smart Key. Operation of either key barrel unlocks the vehicle but does not disarm the alarm system. On European market vehicles, the emergency liftgate key barrel is concealed behind the license plate. The key barrel in the LH door is covered by a plastic cover which can be removed by inserting the blade of the emergency key into a slot in the underside of the cover.

The vehicle can be centrally locked and unlocked using the emergency key barrel. If the alarm is not armed the vehicle can be centrally unlocked. If the alarm is armed only the LH door can be opened using the emergency key and the alarm will be triggered. The vehicle cannot be double locked or the alarm system armed using the emergency key.

The vehicle can be centrally locked and unlocked from inside using the interior door handle release levers. Central locking and unlocking can also be performed using lock and unlock buttons on the Touch Screen Display (TSD).

The driver can select locking options, single point entry or drive away locking for example, from a menu available on the TSD.