What does the hold button on the key mean?
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On car keys, the hold button usually means to press and hold. Specific functions are as follows: 1. Some keys have a trunk pattern printed on it, indicating that pressing and holding will open the trunk, simplifying the process of opening the car door and then the trunk. 2. The hold button is not a trunk opening button but a remote engine start button. Within a certain distance, holding it for 2-3 seconds will automatically start the car. Here is some related information about car keys: Car keys typically have three buttons, which are unlock, lock, and open trunk. Some models may have an additional red button besides these three, marked with a horn icon and the word "Panic". Technically known as the "car finder button", it is used when the car cannot be found within a small area. Pressing this button will cause the car to emit a horn sound and flash its hazard lights, helping the owner locate the car quickly.
The 'hold' button on the key fob, in most car remote keys, essentially means a 'press and hold' operation. Having driven several car models, I've found it's primarily used for locking doors or executing special functions. For example, in the Toyota I drive, after pressing the unlock or lock button once, holding down 'hold' for two to three seconds triggers a beeping sound and flashing lights to confirm all doors are locked. In some premium models like Ford's, the hold button can even remotely start the engine: press the unlock button once, then hold down 'hold,' and the car starts up to warm up in advance—super convenient in winter. It's important to note that the operation requires holding the button down continuously, not just a click, a design that prevents accidental activation, like when the key is in a bag. I've also encountered situations where someone randomly pressing it disturbed the neighbors, so I recommend checking your car's manual first, as functions vary greatly between brands; my old Buick, for instance, doesn't have remote start and only locks the doors. In short, 'hold' is designed for safety and convenience, and trying it out once during daily parking will show you how hassle-free it is.
