How to turn off auto?
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Simply press the AUTO button again. Here is relevant information about auto: 1. Introduction to auto: There are several AUTO buttons in a car. The first is the AUTO button for the air conditioning, which refers to the automatic function of the AC. Car air conditioners can be either automatic or manual. Manual AC requires manual adjustment of temperature, fan speed, and on/off status, while automatic AC operates differently. When the AC is turned on and the AUTO button is pressed, the system will automatically determine the temperature setting (cooling or heating) and fan speed based on sensor data from inside the vehicle. There is also an auto button for window control, which determines whether window operation is automatic. When pressed, you only need to press the window switch once to complete opening/closing automatically without holding the button, making it a relatively smart feature. 2. Auto headlights: If the vehicle is not equipped with AUTO headlight function, it will consume battery power. When the headlights are on and the engine is turned off, the low beams will turn off, but small lights or parking lights inside the headlight assembly may remain on, draining the car battery. For vehicles with AUTO headlight function, if the headlight switch is set to AUTO before turning off the engine, no power will be consumed after shutdown. However, if set to low beam or other modes, it will drain power.
As a regular owner who often drives automatic transmission cars, I find turning off the automatic air conditioning super easy: After starting the engine, just glance at the center console—there's a button or icon labeled AUTO. Press it gently, and when the light goes off, it means the auto mode is deactivated. At this point, the system no longer automatically adjusts fan speed or temperature, leaving you in full manual control via the fan knob or temperature settings. For example, during long summer drives, I often turn off auto mode because the system's strong airflow can be uncomfortable. Manually reducing the fan speed makes the ride quieter and more comfortable while also saving a bit on fuel. Additionally, button locations may vary by model, but most are found in the center of the AC panel or near the steering wheel—it takes just a minute to figure out. Remember to clean the AC filter regularly to prevent odors and system lag.
