Can the car door be locked without turning off the engine?
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When the vehicle is not turned off, the car door cannot be locked. Even if some models can lock the doors without turning off the engine, they will automatically shut down after locking. Methods to prevent forgetting to turn off the engine when getting off the car are as follows: 1. Check the tachometer and display screen. Before getting off, observe whether the display screen turns off and goes black. See if the tachometer has dropped to zero. 2. When setting the steering wheel position, do not set it at the highest position. This way, when parking and turning off the engine, the steering wheel will rise. 3. Turn on the daytime running lights. In the light settings, enable the daytime running lights. After locking the door, if the daytime running lights dim, it indicates the engine has turned off.
As a driver who frequently takes long-distance trips, I find it quite convenient that many new vehicles allow you to lock the doors without turning off the engine. This is especially useful when I park my car by the roadside to grab a coffee—the engine idles to save fuel, and I can simply press the lock button on my smart key or remote to secure the doors. However, it's important to note that some high-end vehicles will prevent locking if they detect the key is still inside, as a safety precaution against accidental operation. There are potential risks, such as making the car an easier target for thieves who notice the engine running. I once encountered a similar situation in a supermarket parking lot where I forgot to turn off the engine before locking the car, only to find increased fuel consumption upon returning. It's advisable to first confirm the key is in your pocket or outside the vehicle, check the manual or manual operation, and avoid doing this in hazardous areas like garages to prevent carbon monoxide buildup. Overall, modern systems have simplified this process, but safety should always come first.
