Can the car door be opened from inside after automatic locking?
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After automatic locking, the car door can still be opened from inside. Here are the relevant details: 1. Function of automatic locking: The purpose of the automatic locking feature is to prevent theft. It quickly locks the doors after the car starts moving, providing a certain level of security by preventing door-pulling robberies during traffic jams or at red lights. It also offers protection for child passengers inside the car, preventing young children from opening the door handles while the car is in motion. 2. Overview of automatic locking: Also known as speed-sensitive automatic locking, it is an electronic device that automatically engages the door lock buttons when the car reaches a preset speed set by the computer. This prevents accidental opening of the doors. The preset speed value, usually set by the manufacturer, is typically between 10-20 km/h.
Automatic locking mainly secures the exterior door handles, but opening from inside varies. In most cars, pulling the handle directly opens the door, especially on the driver's side. However, it's different if child locks are engaged on rear seats—once activated, doors can't be opened from inside and must be unlocked externally, a design specifically to prevent kids from opening doors recklessly. In case of an accident causing total power loss, the mechanical lock cylinder remains operable with a key; just remove the small cover panel on the door's edge. It's advisable to check the manual or test it a few times for certainty—safety is no trivial matter. For emergencies, all vehicles retain internal mechanical unlocking mechanisms as a lifesaving feature.
