Brief description of components: Notes

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The CAS consists of the following components:

CAS control unit
The CAS control unit is connected directly to the K-CAN (Body CAN).

For m ore information, refer to CAS CONTROL UNIT: E60, E61, E63, E64, E87, E90, E91 .
Ignition starter switch (E60)
The ignition starter switch switches the individual terminals of the ignition lock.

4 Hall sensors are installed in the ignition starter switch. The Hall sensors read out the terminal status. The signals are forwarded to the CAS control unit. For more information, refer to IGNITION STARTER SWITCH: E60, E61, E63, E64 UP TO 09/2005: .
START/STOP button and remote control slot (E87, E90, E91)
The ignition switch has been replaced by the START/STOP button and the slot for the remote control.

For more information, refer to START/STOP BUTTON AND INSERT COMPARTMENT: E60, E61, E63, E64, E87, E90, E91 .
Electronic steering lock (E87, E90, E91)
The electronic steering lock replaces the conventional mechanical steering lock.

The electronic steering lock is located directly on the steering column. It comprises a drive with transmission and locking pins. Electromechanical unlocking and locking is controlled by the CAS.

For more information, refer to ELECTRONIC STEERING LOCK E60, E61, E63, E64 FROM 09/2005 AND E87, E90, E91 .