How to Lock a Car?

[StEdward]

First, the vehicle needs to be stationary, and all doors must be fully closed for the locking system to engage. Place the gear shift lever in the P (Park) position and press the one-touch start button to turn off the engine. Engage the handbrake, exit the vehicle, close all doors, and press the lock button on the remote key fob. Remote locking method: The key fob has three buttons (unlock, lock, and open trunk or rear door). Press the lock button to lock the car, and the headlights will flash once.

[ColinLynn]

Last time I borrowed a friend's new car to drive, it took me a while to figure out where the lock button was. Generally, there are three methods: directly press the small square or indentation on the door handle, just touch it when the key fob is nearby; or use the remote key to press the button with the lock symbol, older cars might require pulling out the mechanical key and turning it in the door handle; and smart cars can use a mobile app to lock remotely. The key is to listen for the 'beep' sound to confirm, and the most obvious sign is the side mirrors automatically folding. Once I left the key on the roof and locked the car, only hearing it clatter to the ground after driving two kilometers—now I always pull the door handle to test after locking. If the remote stops working, quickly replace the key battery; the mechanical keyhole is usually hidden under the door handle's decorative cover.

[Victoria]

After driving for over a decade, locking the car has become second nature. When pressing the remote, I need to see the turn signals flash twice and check if the mirrors have folded in – that's how I know it's truly locked. With older cars using mechanical keys, you have to turn clockwise all the way, sometimes using both hands. I once saw a neighbor's child accidentally locked inside, so I always check the back seat before leaving. For keyless entry models, beware: if the key is left in the trunk, it might automatically pop open – keeping it on the passenger seat is safer. If the remote doesn't work beyond ten meters, it's time to replace the battery. Also, remember to roll up windows after locking in rainy weather – I learned that the hard way.

[VanMadeline]

What do we girls fear most when locking our cars? Coming back from shopping to find the windows not fully closed! Now I've developed a three-step locking routine: press the remote until it beeps red, walk around the car to check all four windows (especially the sunroof), and finally test by pulling the rear door handle. When driving my dad's old car, he taught me to turn the key counterclockwise twice for secure locking; with my own car, just touching the door handle groove does the trick. My friend has an even better solution - setting it to auto-lock when the engine turns off. Friendly reminder: if the lock fails, don't force it. First check if the key is being interfered with by being too close to your phone, or if a door isn't properly closed. We've all heard too many horror stories about forgetting to lock cars at gas stations...

[MacCourtney]

Modern smart locking systems are truly impressive! They automatically unlock as you approach with the key and self-lock when you're two meters away—though field tests in parking lots show they might fail under heavy interference. Car enthusiasts who've modified their sensor modules, take note: additional electronic installations could disrupt signals. I once saw a car owner at a modification shop forced to remove the door panel to use the emergency release cable. The most reliable method remains using the remote key fob to lock the car and checking for the double flash confirmation. High-end models even allow locking by waving a foot under the rear bumper—super handy when your hands are full. However, it's advisable to disable the sensor function during blizzards, as some owners have been stuck due to frozen door handles. Avoid spraying lubricants into the mechanical keyhole; it attracts dust and can jam the mechanism.