How to enable automatic locking for Honda XR-V?
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Honda XR-V does not come with an automatic locking feature. To achieve this function, you need to install additional devices. After plugging the device into the OBD interface, the vehicle can enable automatic locking. Most cars equipped with automatic locking will lock the doors when the speed exceeds 15 kilometers per hour, preventing accidental opening by passengers and enhancing driving safety. The Honda XR-V is a compact sedan under Dongfeng Honda, featuring a sporty and distinctive exterior, refined interior, and vibrant colors. The vehicle's dimensions are 4270mm in length, 1772mm in width, and 1605mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2610mm.
I researched the auto-lock feature right after picking up my XRV. You need to start the engine first – just powering on isn't enough, that's crucial! Press and hold the button with the lock icon on the driver's door until you hear a beep, then keep holding for another 10+ seconds until a second beep confirms the setup. After this, all four doors will automatically lock when speed exceeds 20km/h. This feature is especially practical for families with kids – it solved my child's habit of fiddling with rear door handles. Important note: always check all doors are properly closed before setup. Once I tried setting it with the passenger door ajar, the button didn't respond at all, making me think it was broken.
The operation is actually very simple: First, press the brake pedal to start the engine. Locate the square-shaped lock button on the driver's door panel, press and hold it firmly without releasing. The dashboard will flash the hazard lights twice consecutively—the first flash is short, and the second one has a noticeably longer interval, indicating successful activation. After that, every time you drive and the speedometer needle just passes the 20 mph mark, you'll hear a clicking sound. If you find it didn't lock, it's likely because you didn't hear the second prompt tone during the last setup—just repeat the process. The biggest advantage of this feature is that it prevents door-pulling robberies when waiting at traffic lights.
This feature operates in a hidden manner and is not prominently mentioned in the manual. Testing confirms it only works with the engine running. Press and hold the door handle lock button until you hear two beeps to confirm the setting is complete. It's recommended to perform this operation in a quiet garage, as the noisy environment of underground shopping mall garages may make it hard to hear the beeps. Once set, the feature won't activate during reverse gear—it only triggers when moving forward and exceeding 20 km/h. The design is quite intelligent, as it prevents repeated locking when driving slowly right after startup. In city stop-and-go traffic, you won't need to constantly worry about locking the doors.
