
The buttons on the Teana steering wheel have the following functions: Multimedia functions: The buttons on the left side of the steering wheel control multimedia and phone volume adjustment, option selection, confirmation, and track switching. Cruise control functions: The buttons on the right side control cruise control: CANCEL to cancel cruise, RES to resume cruise, driving assistance system, phone control, voice control, and front vehicle distance adjustment. Steering wheel position adjustment: Pull up the lever to activate adjustment mode, allowing manual adjustment of the steering wheel position. Pull the lever and manually hold and move the steering wheel to the desired position. Another option is an electric switch, which allows position adjustment directly at the switch.

I remember the steering wheel on the 2008 Teana had the audio control zone on the left side. While driving, a light tap of the left thumb could easily adjust the volume up or down. The arrow key next to it was especially practical—changing radio stations or skipping tracks required no distraction at all. The right side was more focused on driving assistance. The SET button for cruise control was a huge help on highways; after setting the speed, just pressing RES would resume it. The cancel button could instantly stop the function in traffic jams, while the speed adjustment buttons were perfectly positioned under the index finger for smooth operation. There was also a mute button and a call button hidden at the top, making phone calls both safe and effortless.

The steering wheel design of this model is very user-friendly, with anti-slip treatment applied to the buttons on both sides. The audio control area consolidates volume adjustment, channel switching, and audio source selection, allowing drivers to switch songs with minimal finger movement while driving. The cruise control buttons on the right side are thoughtfully arranged: the circular button in the center controls activation and cancellation, while the up and down arrows provide vibration feedback when adjusting speed, with just the right thumb pressure to prevent accidental touches. The backlit buttons remain clearly visible in low-light conditions, enabling experienced drivers to operate them by touch alone.

The most frequently used feature on the left side is the volume wheel with +/- symbols, which produces a crisp clicking sound when rotated. The circular directional buttons next to it control track selection, and pressing the center button switches between CD and radio. The cruise control buttons on the right are arranged like a game controller: SET to maintain current speed, RES to resume the original speed, and CANCEL to deactivate faster than pressing the brake. The mute button at the top is handy during navigation prompts, and the button features an LED indicator. The well-spaced buttons allow operation even with gloves on.

The most frequently used areas in actual driving are the thumb control zones on both sides. The audio section has three buttons: the volume wheel has just the right damping to prevent accidental adjustments, the directional buttons respond 0.5 seconds faster when skipping tracks, and the central mode button switches to with a long press. The cruise control section features four buttons arranged in a diamond pattern, with SET and RES using concave designs for easy positioning, and the CANCEL button widened to prevent accidental presses. The button surfaces use a matte material, ensuring no slipping even with sweaty palms. These buttons heat up slowly when the steering wheel is heated, making winter driving particularly comfortable.

Compared to modern vehicles, the 2008 model's function button layout is truly classic. The left-side audio controls follow intuitive logic: the outer wheel adjusts volume while the inner button handles track switching. The right-side cruise system arranges functions sequentially - after activating SET, you can immediately fine-tune speed with +/- buttons. That raised mute button deserves special mention - one press at red lights brings instant cabin silence. With 1mm key travel distance, these physical buttons save you 3 seconds of dashboard glancing versus touchscreen controls. I always remind used-car test drivers to experience the convenience of these tactile controls firsthand.


