Does keeping the auto hold function on all the time harm the car?

[DeDelaney]

Keeping the auto hold function on all the time does not harm the car and can be used with confidence. Here is the relevant introduction to the auto hold function: 1. Introduction: The English name of auto hold is AUTOHOLD, which is a function that automatically applies the handbrake. After activating this function, for example, when stopping at a traffic light, it is equivalent to not having to pull the handbrake. This function is particularly suitable for uphill and downhill driving as well as frequent starting and stopping. 2. Function: The auto hold function, when encountering situations such as traffic lights that require a short stop, the system will automatically brake the wheels after the vehicle comes to a stop to prevent rolling; when starting on an uphill slope, the system will automatically brake to prevent rolling backward, and after starting, the system will automatically release the wheels to move forward directly; when parking and locking the car, there is no need to pull the handbrake, as the system will automatically brake the wheels at this time.

[KhloeLynn]

In fact, the auto-hold system was designed with long-term daily use in mind, and enabling it won't cause significant damage to your vehicle. It works by using an electronic control unit to manage brake fluid pressure, temporarily locking the wheels. With normal usage, wear primarily occurs on consumable parts like brake pads, which are meant to be replaced periodically anyway. I've been using this feature daily for my commute for over three years now, and brake system inspections during maintenance have always shown healthy conditions. Just remember to manually deactivate it during situations requiring repeated starts and stops to prevent frequent trigger activation from causing overheating - this is also noted in the user manual. Overall, as long as you're not engaging in aggressive driving, there's little need to worry about harming your vehicle's core components.