Operating from the outside

▷ Via the remote control.
▷ Via the door lock.
▷ In cars with Comfort Access, via the door handles.

The following takes place simultaneously when locking/unlocking the vehicle via the remote control:

▷ The welcome lamps, interior lamps and courtesy lamps are switched on and off.
▷ The alarm system is armed or disarmed

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