How to Enable the Auto-Lock Feature for Honda Civic?

[OMiranda]

Honda Civic's auto-lock feature can be enabled by accessing the central control panel settings and turning on the auto-lock function. Taking the 2021 Honda Civic as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4517mm, width 1799mm, height 1434mm, with a wheelbase of 2700mm, a fuel tank capacity of 47 liters, and a curb weight of 1343kg. The 2021 Honda Civic features a MacPherson strut independent front suspension and a multi-link independent rear suspension. It is equipped with a 1.5L turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 177PS, a maximum power of 130kW, and a maximum torque of 220Nm, paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

[ChristopherDella]

On the day I picked up my 10th-gen Civic, I got the auto-lock feature set up right away. First, power on the car without starting the engine, then navigate to the vehicle settings in the infotainment menu. Select the door and window settings, where you'll find an auto-lock option that can be triggered by speed or gear shift. I chose the speed-triggered option to lock doors automatically when exceeding 15 km/h. After setting it up, I took a quick test drive and it worked perfectly. The method for older Civic models is different—you need to hold down the lock button on the driver's side door for five seconds. I recommend new owners take the time to set this up, especially for city driving where traffic jams are common, as auto-lock helps prevent thieves from pulling door handles. Also, remember to regularly check for unusual noises from the door lock mechanism to avoid malfunctions due to lack of maintenance over time.

[LePreston]

The Civic's auto-lock setup actually varies by model year, with significant differences between 10th and 11th generations. For my 2021 Civic, the steps are: with power on, use the menu button on the right side of the steering wheel to navigate to Settings, then scroll to Vehicle Settings using the wheel, enter the Door Lock menu, and enable the Auto-Lock option. Older models require a mechanical method: turn the key to ON position without starting the engine, then press and hold the black lock button on the driver's door panel until the hazard lights flash twice. Once set, doors automatically lock when shifting to D gear or reaching certain speed. It's been stable for over a year - I recommend simultaneously activating child locks for dual protection. During car washes, prevent sand accumulation in door gaps to maintain sensor sensitivity.

[OChase]

The Civic's auto-lock feature varies by model. For newer models, it's more convenient to set via the steering wheel menu. Start the vehicle without pressing the brake to enter power mode, use the steering wheel controls to navigate to the gear icon settings page, locate the door lock option to enable auto-lock, and choose between gear-shift trigger or speed trigger modes. Older models require holding the driver's door lock button for five seconds to activate - ensure all doors are closed during setup. Enabling this feature is genuinely hassle-free, especially for school runs when you won't worry about forgetting to lock doors. Just be cautious about window tinting liquid seeping into door lock circuits during installation.