What happens if you lock the car without turning off the engine?
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Locking the car without turning off the engine may prevent the car from being locked. Here are the specific details: 1. Window closing function after turning off the engine: Many car keys now come with a feature that allows the windows to close automatically after turning off the engine. Simply press the lock button once, and the windows will close automatically. Some models require holding the lock button to achieve this. 2. Automatic trunk opening: Some cars allow you to open the trunk by pressing the trunk button twice, while others require holding the trunk control button to open it. 3. Remote window opening: During summer, when the car interior is stuffy, you can use the remote to open all windows before getting in. This helps release the hot air inside the car before driving. 4. Opening a single door: In chaotic situations where entering the car might be risky if all doors are opened at once, you can set the system to open only the driver's door with one press and all doors with two presses.
If I lock the car doors without turning off the engine, it won't stop running and will continue to operate, emitting a humming sound, which poses significant safety risks. In enclosed spaces such as garages or parking lot corners, exhaust fumes like carbon monoxide can accumulate, easily leading to suffocation or poisoning, especially when children are nearby, making it even more dangerous. Additionally, prolonged engine idling may cause overheating, leading to fires or other damages. I recommend everyone develop good habits: always turn off the engine before getting out of the car and then lock it. Nowadays, many new cars come with smart systems that trigger an alarm when detecting the engine is running while locking, but it's best not to rely solely on these features—manually ensuring safety is always better.
