Is Long-Term Use of Auto Hold Harmful?
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It can be used continuously without causing harm to the vehicle. Here are the relevant details: 1. Auto Hold: Also known as AUTO-HOLD, when AUTO-HOLD is activated, each time you brake to bring the vehicle to a complete stop, an indicator light will illuminate on the dashboard. At this point, you can release your feet, and even if the gear is in D, the car will not move forward. To start, lightly press the accelerator to deactivate it, which is suitable for situations like waiting at traffic lights. 2. Disadvantages of AUTO-HOLD: It is not very convenient when reversing. Generally, it does not automatically turn off during reversing, meaning you cannot control the vehicle's slow movement by braking. There's a concern that if the accelerator is not pressed with the right amount of force, it may cause a jerky sensation.
As an experienced driver who has been driving for many years, I can say that long-term use of the auto-hold function doesn't pose significant harm. It's indeed convenient as you don't need to press the brake pedal when stopped, but it may cause slightly faster wear on the braking system since the computer automatically keeps the brake pads pressed against the discs. Modern vehicles are designed intelligently to balance usage and minimize wear, such as only briefly activating at red lights. There might also be a slight increase in battery consumption since the system draws power while on standby, affecting power maintenance. Overall, as long as you perform regular maintenance, checking brake pad thickness and battery condition, it's not a big issue. It actually enhances driving safety by preventing rollbacks and collisions, which gives me peace of mind when using it.
