What does it mean when the Nissan Sylphy's 'auto' light keeps flashing?
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The flashing 'auto' light in the Sylphy indicates that the auto start-stop system is not functioning properly. Below are specific details about the Sylphy: 1. Vehicle Positioning: The Sylphy is a mid-size sedan under Dongfeng Motor Co., Ltd., with dimensions of 4641*1815*1450mm (L*W*H). 2. Powertrain: It is equipped with a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine compliant with China's National VI emission standards, delivering a maximum power of 99kW (135 horsepower) and a peak torque of 159Nm, paired with a CVT transmission. 3. Smart Features: The Sylphy comes with the new Nissan-Connect super-intelligent system, featuring an external 8-inch HD capacitive touchscreen. This system includes functions like voice control for the vehicle and remote vehicle control. Voice control allows for basic operations of the vehicle's online entertainment system, all-time online navigation, Bluetooth calls, dash cam, and air conditioning through simple voice commands. The remote monitoring and control function enables seamless connectivity with smartphones via a smart app, allowing remote control of door locks, lights & horn, engine, and air conditioning based on specific needs.
Last month, my Sylphy also experienced the issue where the AUTO button kept flashing. At that time, I was driving to pick up my daughter from school when I noticed the AC suddenly stopped cooling, and that AUTO button kept blinking. After consulting a friend at the 4S shop, I learned this was actually the air conditioning system sending an alert. It could be due to a faulty AC pressure sensor, refrigerant leakage, or a short circuit in the control panel. Later, I took it to the shop for inspection, and they found the AC compressor was the problem. The mechanic suggested that this flashing is the system's way of telling you: stop using the automatic AC and get it checked immediately. If this happens during hot weather, remember to open the windows for ventilation first, then drive slowly to the repair shop—otherwise, being stuck in a stuffy car is really uncomfortable.
