Motor Vehicle Function Control via Repair Mode Disabling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for activating or deactivating motor vehicle functions, such as those with timer programming or remote control, can cause unintended disruptions in repair shop settings, leading to irritation and disruption of activities.
Innovation Solution
A method and device that allow for the disabling of functions with timer programming or remote control activation through a control command, which can be input via an interface, ensuring that functions remain in a stable state, preventing sudden changes, and allowing for authentication and graduated disabling options, with the ability to lift disabling through specific parameters or commands.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If functions with timer programming or remote control activation are enabled in a motor vehicle, then user convenience and functionality are improved, but unintended disruptions and instability occur during repair shop activities
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary identification of functions with timer programming or remote control activation capabilities before repair activities begin. A control command is pre-configured to disable these specific functions, preventing unintended activations during repair shop work while allowing other functions to operate normally.
Solution Approach 2:
An intermediary control mechanism is introduced between the activation sources (timer programming, remote control) and the target functions. This intermediary layer processes activation requests and blocks them when repair mode is detected, while still allowing manual activation through the vehicle's interior interface. The intermediary ensures system stability without completely eliminating functionality.
2Stability of the object's composition
If all functions with timer programming or remote control are disabled to prevent disruptions, then system stability during repair is improved, but functionality and user convenience are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The disabling control is applied selectively to specific functions identified as having timer programming or remote control activation capabilities, rather than disabling all vehicle functions uniformly. This localized approach maintains system stability for problematic functions while preserving functionality of other systems that do not pose disruption risks during repair activities.
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically adjusts its behavior based on the operational context. When repair mode is detected, the control command disables automatic activation for identified functions. When repair mode is not active, normal activation behavior is restored. This dynamic adjustment allows the system to maintain both stability during repair and full functionality during normal operation.
3Ease of operation
If a control command is introduced to disable functions, then handling and stability during repair are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically identifies which functions have timer programming or remote control activation capabilities and applies the disabling control command to those specific functions without requiring manual configuration. The control unit self-manages the identification and disabling process, reducing the complexity burden on the operator while maintaining ease of operation during repair activities.
Data Source
AI summary
A method for activating or deactivating functions in a motor vehicle is provided. A control signal for activating or deactivating at least one function can be input via at least one interface. At least one function includes timer programming and/or at least one function can be activated or deactivated in a remotely controllable manner from outside the motor vehicle via the communication interface. At least one control command is input via at least one interface, via which control command an activation or deactivation of the function is blocked via the timer programming and/or via the communication interface. A device for influencing functions in a motor vehicle is also provided.