Can a Vehicle Be Locked Without Turning Off the Engine?
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It is not possible to lock a vehicle without turning off the engine. Even for certain models that allow locking the doors while the engine is running, the engine will automatically shut off after locking. This is primarily for safety considerations. Even vehicles equipped with a one-touch start function cannot have their doors locked without turning off the engine. Below are some tips to prevent forgetting to turn off the engine when exiting the vehicle: 1. Check the RPM gauge and display screen: Before exiting, check if the display screen has turned off and gone black, and if the RPM gauge reads zero. This is a conventional method and should become a habit. However, sometimes distractions like having multiple passengers, answering phone calls, or being in a hurry to exit can lead to overlooking this habit. 2. Steering wheel elevation: When setting the steering wheel position, avoid setting it at the highest position. This way, when parking and turning off the engine, the steering wheel will rise slightly. This subtle change may not always be noticeable but serves as a weak reminder. 3. Enable daytime running lights: In the lighting settings, turn on the daytime running lights. This method is quite effective—after locking the doors, check if the daytime running lights are off, which confirms the engine is definitely off. However, some people may find daytime running lights too conspicuous and prefer not to use them regularly, making this method unusable for them.
