
The vehicle features keyless entry, allowing it to automatically lock after the person leaves. The car will automatically lock when the key moves out of a certain range. To lock the doors: Press the button to lock the doors/tailgate and activate the anti-theft alarm. Hold the lock button to close all windows and the panoramic sunroof. To unlock the tailgate: Press this button to unlock the tailgate. For models equipped with an electric tailgate, hold this button to open the tailgate. Hold this button to close the opened tailgate. If you have selected the safe unlock setting for all doors, long-pressing the tailgate unlock button will also unlock both side doors. For remote engine start: First press the lock button, then directly hold the remote engine start button until the engine starts remotely. Press the remote engine start button twice consecutively to deactivate this function.

My third-generation Haval H6 indeed has an automatic locking feature. Every time I about two to three meters away from the car with the key, I can hear the 'click' sound of the doors locking in about ten seconds. This requires manually enabling the 'walk-away lock' option in the vehicle's 'Door & Window Settings' in the infotainment system, as it might be turned off by default. I've noticed a detail while using it: if the key is placed in the same pocket as a phone or near metal objects, the sensor might occasionally fail. Now, I've developed a habit of turning back to check if the side mirrors have automatically folded, confirming that the car is locked before leaving. This feature is especially handy in supermarket parking lots, particularly when my hands are full with groceries and I don't have to fumble for the key. However, during heavy rain, I prefer to lock the car manually in advance, as I've seen forum posts mentioning instances where windows didn't close properly after automatic locking.

I've tested the auto-lock feature on the 2022 Haval H6 GT version several times. When walking away with the key for just five or six steps, the turn signals flash twice and the car locks automatically. However, this function requires several conditions: the gear must be in P, the engine must be off, all four doors must be properly closed, and the key cannot be left inside the car. I noticed that when parked near a signal tower, the car failed to auto-lock twice, possibly due to interference. Now, I always press the lock button on the key fob first to ensure when exiting the car. If I hear the 'beep beep' sound of auto-locking when walking away, I consider it a double safety measure. It's advisable to test this feature several times in an open area to confirm the vehicle's specific response time. Older base models might not have this function, depending on the specific trim configuration.

I use the auto-locking feature of the Haval H6 every day. When the key is about two meters away from the car body, the door locks automatically engage after a few seconds, and the turn signals light up as a signal. However, there are some situations where it doesn't trigger: for example, if the trunk is open or the engine isn't completely turned off. Once, I left the key on the passenger seat while moving luggage, and the car locked me out. I recommend going to the 4S shop to upgrade to the latest control system, as earlier versions had delay issues. In practice, this feature is slightly slower than manual locking, so I always lock manually first when waiting at gas stations or by the roadside.

The top-trim Haval H6 supports -away auto-lock, but it depends on whether this feature is activated. Every time I lend the car to others, I remind them to test it: have the person exit the car with the key, close the door, and walk about three trees' distance away to wait. If it doesn't auto-lock after approximately 15 seconds, manually lock it. Note that the feature may fail when the key battery is nearly dead, and the dashboard usually displays a warning in such cases. Auto-lock doesn't automatically roll up the windows, so remember to close them on rainy days. Some people modify OBD boxes to make auto-lock faster, but the factory-set delay is actually designed to prevent accidentally locking the key inside. This feature is especially practical when traveling with children, as it eliminates the worry of forgetting to lock the doors.

Having used the automatic locking feature on three different Haval H6 models, I noticed significant configuration differences. Top-trim models generally come with this function as standard, while base versions require an additional module. In practical use, the fastest auto-lock engages in just seven seconds after walking about five steps from the car, though winter thick coats may extend this to twelve seconds. A crucial reminder: never leave spare keys inside the vehicle as this interferes with the locking system. I once experienced failure to lock in a mall basement due to interference, so now I habitually pull the door handle to confirm. This feature's sensitivity can be adjusted in vehicle settings - medium sensitivity is recommended for optimal stability.


