What are the reasons why Geely's one-button start fails to ignite?
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Reasons why one-button start fails to ignite are as follows: 1. Steering wheel lock: The steering wheel lock is a simple anti-theft feature. When the car is turned off, turning the steering wheel from the centered position to a certain angle in one direction will cause the steering wheel to lock with a "click" sound. 2. Gear not in parking position: When starting the ignition, it is necessary to ensure the gear is in the parking position. If the gear is not returned to the parking position when the vehicle is parked, the central control instrument display area will remind the driver, and some vehicles will have a buzzing sound as a warning. 3. Smart key out of battery: When the vehicle's smart key is out of battery, the key's transmission power is very low, making it difficult for the sensor inside the car to detect it, and thus the one-button start cannot complete the ignition.
My Geely has been running for three or four years, and I've encountered the issue of the one-button start failing to ignite several times. The most common cause is the battery, especially in winter when the voltage drops—the dashboard lights dim, and pressing the start button yields no response at all. The key is also crucial; once, my key was placed in a bag and interfered with by a power bank, causing the car to fail to detect the signal. Additionally, you must press the brake pedal firmly before pressing the start button—there was a time when I didn't press it all the way down and struggled for a long time. The steering wheel lock is another pitfall; you need to wiggle the wheel left and right to unlock it before starting. If all else fails, check the fuses or fuel pump—issues with these components can also prevent the car from starting. To avoid being stranded, I've developed the habit of testing the battery voltage monthly and replacing the key battery yearly.
The one-button start failure is actually related to the vehicle system's operational logic. I've studied Geely's system. When the brake pedal is pressed, the sensor detects the pedal position signal. If the brake switch has poor contact and the signal can't reach the control unit, the vehicle won't start. The key sensing area is mainly near the center console, and if the battery voltage drops below 2.8V, it's prone to losing connection. In this case, the dashboard usually flashes a key icon as a warning. If the gear position sensor doesn't return to P, it will also lock the start function. Once I forgot to shift back to P after moving the car and turned off the engine, and when trying to restart, the dashboard directly displayed 'Please shift to P'. Additionally, if the smart key signal is blocked, such as when parked near a subway station, the vehicle's anti-theft system will refuse to respond. For troubleshooting, it's recommended to first check if there are any fault codes on the dashboard, then test whether the battery voltage is below 11V.
