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The Auto Locks (I'm probably not stating this correctly), is enabling the door locks to automatically lock, when going above some speed limit.
This feature is turned off at the factory, but can be turned on by your dealer (for a fee, of course)
I had the doors set to auto lock at 25 MPH (which seems to be the standard) but they can be set to any speed.
When you have small kids in the car, this is really important.
Most 'high-end' cars (especially Infinity/Lexus/etc have this feature).
Frankly, I'm kinda suprised that this feature hasn't been marketed more. The salesman that sold me my Sonata had no idea what I was talking about. He had to call the service dept. to confirm. It was kinda weird that I knew more about the car than he did. (And he had been at that dealership for something like 10 years..)
Anyway.
I'm glad you're enjoying your 'Deepwater Blue' one.
I'll keep my Power White Pearl one, thank you very much.
;-)
I can't understand that feature. When the car is moving, nobody is going to get in (and this I will guarantee!. When the car stops, you have to unlock the darn doors, and that's just a hassle. It's also something else to go wrong... like causing you to lock your keys in your car.
The Sonata has excellent child safety locks to prevent anyone from getting out. That's all you need, really.
Why 25 Miles per Hour with the Auto door Locks?. If I had a Child falling out of my Sonata, twenty five seems too fast... Of course it depends on the Child :P
This feature is totally absurd, redundant, useless and costly! (I understand dealers charge a fee to activate it!)
In plain English it is totally stupid!
What were you thinking Hyundai!
Someone must want it...
I don't feel the need for it... .but, I still lock my doors everytime I get in the car.
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But for single mothers and mothers and fathers of all kinds, getting the kids in the car, getting them strapped in and secured, sometimes locking the door can be forgotten and stopping at any street light in any city can mean an unwanted intruder.
You should always lock you car doors before going anywhere in the car it just makes sense for it to do it automatically. It is a feature that is certainly wise to have in all cars.
I think the breadth of our membership would surprise you.. It is best that we don't generalize..
And, if you think a single male driver is safe inside his car with the doors unlocked, you have a false sense of security.
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And you are right maybe the upper class and educated part was pushing it - LOL!!
If you live in fear, you can lock the doors, use the child safety locks, and make the kids sit down and be still. Please don't ask for features that impose extra complexity and unreliable features on everyone because you're paranoid or a gadget lover.
Have you heard what happens if your locks malfunction and you lock your keys in the car? Well, when that happens, you had better have a spare key, and you better be in a friendly neighborhood!
Auto Locks
Too Much Security?
Now my stupid Honda Pilot does not have the auto lock feature when the car starts to move, however, if you unlock the car with the keyless device and don't open the door within a certain amount of time (very short) it will automatically lock its self again. It is annoying but what can I say it is a Honda.
I generally don't leave my keys in the car when I'm not in it, so I don't know how they'd get locked in. Besides, free 5-year roadside assistance would get them out pretty easily.
Thanks
I had no idea this topic would cause such heated discussion! :-)
By the way, bobad, those discussions are on the alarm automaticaly locking before you have gotten out of the car, or accidently locking your keys in the car.
They have NOTHING to do with the locks automatically locking when putting the car in drive, and getting above a certain speed limit.
And for those who have kids that won't grab the door handle while the car is driving (and for those parents who remember to lock your doors when you put your car in drive)....I envy you...wholeheartedly.
I am not that luckly. :surprise:
For me, I'll stick to having the car's computer remember to do that for me.
My Car will not auto lock itself during movement, however will auto lock and activate the alarm within 30 seconds of leaving the Vehicle
And the Trunk can swallow your Keys, don't ask.
Always carry a spare Key. The Sonata came with 3
Wondering if I can do better!
goto fitzmall.com and find the same car with the same options, by searching their site.
If you can get close to their price, then you're doing really good.
just FYI...
I'm in the Tampa/Clearwater area, so you have my interest!
I've been researching the LX with leather and sunroof.
Can you tell me what your GLS I4 has differently?
Thanks,
S
WRONG about road side assistance... The service is contracted out to an outfit like AAA; and they use local towing people, not the Hyundai Dealerships, who have no access to keys!
And they can't tow your car because the ignition and wheels are locked!
Depending on where you lock yourself out, it may take a day or two to get back in the car, if you don't have a spare somewhere.
And there is no way they can pick the locks without damaging something! Usually they are not equipped for that anyway; nor trained!
I'm now looking at automall.com and they have the model I want at $18,459, but the base model at $17,665 which seem good prices.
You have to be a good haggler and you may beat the best price anywhere.
Best time to buy a car: the last day of the month because of Dealer's quota... if they need the sale to qualify for that month bonus/incentives they will sell it at a loss... because a dealer's bonus is usually in the 10s of thousands, if they reach a certain quota!
So they make up nicely for the few hundreds they lost to sell that last car!
The LX is the better buy... because for a few dollars more you get a lot of features the GL/GLS don't have or are options!
MPG between the I4 and the V6 are insignificant in the 2006 model.
Need a tow?
Hyundai Roadside Assistance will tow you to the nearest Hyundai Dealership or authorized Service Facility if your vehicle is inoperable. Even for non-warranty related tows, such as accidents.
Dead battery?
Need it jump-started? Even a superior battery can go dead for different reasons. If that happens, call us at Hyundai Roadside Assistance for the jump-start your vehicle needs.
Keys locked in vehicle?
It can happen. Just call Hyundai Roadside Assistance and we will get help to get you back in your car fast, and at no charge to you.
Out of gas?
Hyundai Roadside Assistance will bring the gas to you (up to 3 gallons where permissible) so you can get back on the road again.
Flat tire?
Even quality tires can have a flat due to our imperfect driving world. Call us at Hyundai Roadside Assistance, and we will change your tire for you.
Dealer Location?
Hyundai Roadside Assistance will give you information on the nearest Hyundai Dealer or authorized Service Facility in the United States.
No, I breezed by the manual, need to go back and learn some more. What would that mode have done for me?. I do carry the Valet key in my Wallet if that counts
Don't believe everything you read!
But what bothers me the most about tb88's post, is my little key lock code plate that comes with the keys is missing!. Dealers can't make new keys without the code, or can they?
Yes, they can... they have it in their file/computer.
In my honest opinion, you should purchase an Dark Mica Cinammon LX with the beige interior, sunroof and 6 disc changer with subwoofer just like mine!
Take care!
A very useful benefit. I've also saved a few hundred bucks on AAA fees over the past six years.
Well, I'll not entrust my children to a computer. Use the child safety locks, PLEASE! They're already there, and they'e low-tech, highly reliable, and free.
They have NOTHING to do with the locks automatically locking when putting the car in drive, and getting above a certain speed limit.
Ya, I admit I may have been a little off on the exact point of those posts, but I think you get my point. Besides, I pointed you to an excellent forum, didn't I? You're welcome
Trust technology to mix your drink, but not with your life!
And there's no way I'll ever remember to use the child safety locks (not to mention the incessant whining from the kids about not being able to open their own door!)
I like the idea (in theory); But I know it won't work out that way.
Yep. I'll have to agree. The hyundai-forums are very cool. Thanks for pointing me to them.
And what do you mean by not trusting technology with your life. We do that every day. Smoke detectors, air bags, anti-lock breaks, ESC, etc. all have a little chip in there, designed to save your life.
If you really don't want to trust technology with your life, you'd better not step foot on an airplane. Trust me on this one. :-)
And how will they get it on the flatbed... with the wheels locked? Dragging it?? which might damage transmission or something else!
I may have to search the metroplex if I can't deal here in Wichita Falls. Can you recommend a dealer?
Thanks!
To be honest you might get better Gas mileage and save a few dollars on the Sonata purchase (and I mean just a few), but what you dont have Phil is the pure thrill of the V6 power, and yes all the other extras too (you forgot the upgraded Stereo & Amp, incredible!) :P
I went to Huffines in Plano.
They were, by far, the best.
(And I should know.... I went to several...)
You're welcome! :-)
The seats are smallish and firm. The fabric is very soft and feels nice and rich to the touch.
At first I wanted the LX with leather because I will probably keep my Sonata at least 10 years. But hey, my last car was 11 years old, and not one hole or bit of threadbare fabric in the entire car. I guess modern fabrics are more durable than they used to be.
$16146 + Taxes, Includes 1900 rebate
Bought it from carsdirect.com. Got it yesterday.
Lots of room inside. Audio system sounds pretty good. Looking forward to play some mp3s. As per the owners manual wma and aac can be played as well.
I was tailgated today. Hyundai recommends not to exceed 55 mph initially. Mileage shown by the trip computer varies a lot. 24 to 37 but I have driven only 30 miles.
So far my only negative observation is
inside door knobs. They look cheap.
Did you finance through Hyundai?
For how many miles do you have to keep it under 55mph?
1200 miles
What do you guys think?
Under any circumstances will dealers fax or e-mail an invoice or a write-up on the offer? What would you do in this situation?
Would you drive 160 miles (320 miles round trip), every time there is a little problem to fix? (not counting wear and tear/ gas/ time lost...)
Sure the local dealer may be willing to take a look at it, if that occurs, but I don't think he will be very eager to do it promptly.
It is usually the selling dealer who takes care of that: it is part of the prep charges!