Functional requirements

► There are no external sources of interference nearby.
► To lock the vehicle, the remote control must be located outside of the vehicle.
► The next unlocking and locking cycle is not possible until after approx. 2 seconds.
► The engine can only be started if the remote control is inside the vehicle.

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