Can the car be driven if the key is not in the vehicle but the engine is running?
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If the key is not in the car but the engine is running, the car can still be driven. Here are the relevant details: 1. One-Button Start: For vehicles equipped with a one-button start feature, when the smart key leaves the car, the system will only display a message on the screen indicating that the smart key is not inside the vehicle. However, the car can still be operated until it is turned off, after which it cannot be restarted without the key. 2. Important Notes: Vehicles with one-button start usually emit an alert sound and display a message on the screen when the smart key leaves the car. Some owners may ignore this if the car is still drivable, but this is not advisable. If the vehicle is turned off at the next destination, it will not restart until the smart key is brought back to the car.