What Causes Automatic Car Door Locking?
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One of the wires in the wiring harness at the driver's door hinge is disconnected, and it is recommended to repair it. Function of automatic door locking: The purpose of the automatic door locking function is anti-theft. The doors will lock only after the vehicle reaches a certain speed (around 15km/h), preventing door pull robberies during traffic jams or at red lights, which provides a certain level of security. Advantages and disadvantages of automatic door locking: The advantages of automatic door locking outweigh the disadvantages. It enhances safety and protects child passengers inside the car by preventing young children from opening the door handles while the car is in motion. The disadvantage is that it may hinder escape in emergencies.
I've thought about the auto-locking feature in cars for quite some time. It's actually quite common - the doors automatically lock with a click once the vehicle reaches a certain speed. Manufacturers designed this primarily to prevent doors from accidentally opening while driving, which would be extremely dangerous. Some vehicles lock when shifted into Drive (D), while others engage the locks upon acceleration. However, doors sometimes lock inexplicably, especially in older cars. I once experienced this after washing my car in the rain - it turned out to be caused by water short-circuiting the door lock connector. Getting locked out with keys inside is absolutely frustrating. That's why regular inspection of door lock controllers is crucial, and deteriorated rubber seals that allow water ingress can also pose hidden risks.
