Is 'on' for turning on or off?
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on is for turning on, and off is for turning off. Here is an introduction to car buttons: 1. The "SEL" button is the menu selection confirmation button, usually located on the multifunction steering wheel. 2. The "AC" button is the compressor switch, which is the air conditioning cooling switch. 3. "MUTE" is the mute button, allowing you to mute with one press. 4. "MODE" is the mode switching button. 5. "SET" on the multifunction steering wheel is the cruise control function button. 6. The button with an "OFF" under a circled "A" is the auto start-stop function switch. Pressing it can turn the engine auto start-stop function on or off.
As an experienced driver who has owned several cars, let me tell you it depends on the specific button. For example, on the air conditioning control panel, ON means activating cold or warm air - press it and the fan starts spinning; OFF means completely shutting down the system, making the cabin quiet immediately. However, some cars have unique designs, like the rearview mirror heating button labeled ON, which actually turns on with one press and off with another press. At first I was confused too, but later found that checking the indicator light is most reliable - lit means active, unlit means off. If you're really unsure, consulting the owner's manual is foolproof, as it explains everything clearly with both diagrams and text.
Last time I helped my daughter adjust the car's air conditioning, I noticed this. The ON and OFF in the car's system basically follow English conventions. OFF means turning off the power, like for the radio or seat heating—pressing OFF will definitely stop these functions. ON, on the other hand, activates the function, but you need to pay attention to the button position. Some knobs need to be turned to the ON position and combined with temperature adjustment to take effect. Nowadays, many cars come with an automatic mode. Pressing the AUTO button eliminates the need to fuss over switching; the system adjusts the airflow by itself. If you're driving a friend's new energy vehicle, it's even simpler. The central control screen directly displays the on/off icons, which is much more intuitive than physical buttons.
