How to change the automatic door lock settings on a Honda near Hilton Head Island
On many newer Hondas, park, turn the vehicle on, press Home, then choose Settings, Vehicle, Door/Window Setup and Auto Door Lock, and pick With Vehicle Speed, Shift From P or Off. Menu names shift by model and year, and Hilton Head Honda at 161 Fording Island Rd in Bluffton sells and services the full Honda lineup.
We sell the full Honda lineup from our Bluffton store, so you can have the menu walked through on the car you are driving or the one you are considering. Our Google record is 4.8 stars across 2,799 reviews.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Bluffton. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
Change the Honda auto door lock in Settings, Vehicle, Door/Window Setup
The steps on Honda’s own owner’s manual page follow this path:
1. Park and turn the vehicle on.
2. Press Home.
3. Select Settings, then Vehicle.
4. Select Door/Window Setup, then Auto Door Lock.
5. Choose With Vehicle Speed, Shift From P or Off.
Follow it with the engine running in Park and the car at a stop. Check the menu on your screen against each step. If a name does not match, your model uses a different label for the same setting.
What do you need before changing Honda door lock settings?
The exact steps depend on your vehicle’s model and year. Start by turning the vehicle on while it is parked. Once it is on, the settings are on the screen, and the option you want is one tap away.
Bring your model and year to the store if you want the exact menu for your car.
Should Honda doors lock at 10 mph or when you shift out of Park?
Honda’s manual describes two different triggers for automatic locking. With Vehicle Speed locks all doors and the tailgate when the vehicle reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h). Shift From P locks them when you move the shifter out of Park.
On Smart Entry models, the Shift From P setting is written as “With Vehicle Speed Shifting From Park (Smart Entry Only).” That setting locks the doors at about 10 mph or when the transmission leaves Park, whichever Honda’s worksheet describes for that model (Honda Pilot 2020 Personalized Settings Worksheet, 2019). Choose the one that fits how you get in and out of the car.
Honda’s Pilot manual lists the same choices as a sequence. Your vehicle locks or releases all doors automatically when a certain condition is met. You can turn off or change the setting on the audio or information screen. Drive lock mode locks all doors and the tailgate at about 10 mph (15 km/h). Driver’s door open mode releases all doors when the driver’s door opens (Honda, Auto Door Locking/Releasing | PILOT 2026).
How do you turn off automatic door locking on a Honda?
Honda’s manuals say you can turn the feature off or change it to another setting. On the HR-V, you do it through the driver information interface. On the Pilot, you do it through the audio or information screen (Honda Owner’s Manual, HR-V 2026; Honda, PILOT 2026).
Pick OFF in the Auto Door Lock setting to stop automatic locking. Your doors will then stay unlocked until you lock them yourself, so you decide when they lock.
How do you turn Walk Away Auto Lock on or off on a Honda?
On the 2026 Civic Sedan Sport and Sport Hybrid trims, Honda’s Info Center gives the path as: touch the HOME button on the left side of the steering wheel, rotate the selector wheel to Vehicle Settings and press, then select Door Setup, Walk Away Auto Lock and then ON (Honda Info Center, 2026 Honda Civic Sedan).
Walk Away Auto Lock is set to OFF as the factory default on the Pilot. To turn it on, use the audio or information screen to set the function to ON. Only the remote transmitter used to release the driver’s door before the change can then activate auto lock (Honda, Locking/Releasing the Doors from the Outside | PILOT 2026).
What if your Honda’s menu looks different from these steps?
Menu labels vary by model. On the Passport, press the Home icon, select Vehicle Settings, then the setting item, then Door Setup. Door Setup covers Auto Door Lock With Vehicle Speed (Shift From P / Off), Auto Door Release (All Doors When Driver’s Door Opens / All Doors With Shift To P / All Doors with IGN Off / Off), and Walk Away Auto Lock (On / Off). Honda’s Passport page adds one rule: make sure the vehicle is at a complete stop and the transmission is in P before you customize (American Honda Motor Co., Customized Features, 2026 Passport).
If your menu does not match any path above, the owner’s manual for your model lists the steps.
Frequently asked questions
Why aren’t my Honda’s doors locking by themselves after I changed the setting?
If the setting is OFF, the doors will not lock automatically. With the setting on With Vehicle Speed, the doors lock at about 10 mph (15 km/h), so they will not lock while you are stopped (Honda Owner’s Manual, Auto Door Locking/Releasing, PASSPORT 2026). Check the setting on your screen first.
Where are the auto lock settings on a hybrid Honda like the CR-V Hybrid or Accord Hybrid?
On the CR-V Hybrid, you can turn off or change the auto door locking and releasing settings using the driver information interface or the audio and information screen (Honda Owners Manual, Auto Door Locking/Releasing, CR-V Hybrid 2025). The Accord Hybrid steps are in its own owner’s manual, so check it for the exact path.
Where do I find my Honda owner’s manual for the exact steps?
Honda’s published owner’s manuals give the steps for each model and year, so find yours there. Bring your model and year to our store if you want help finding the right menu.
How do I book Honda service near Hilton Head Island online?
Service can be scheduled online through the dealership’s website at hiltonheadhonda.com. You can also visit us at 161 Fording Island Rd, Bluffton, SC 29909, where the service department is open weekdays from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and closed Sunday.
Where is Hilton Head Honda in Bluffton and when is it open?
We are at 161 Fording Island Rd, Bluffton, SC 29909. Sales hours are Mon to Fri 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Sat 9:00 AM until 6:00 PM, closed Sunday.
What should I check about door lock settings on a test drive of a Honda I’m shopping for?
Check whether it is set to With Vehicle Speed, Shift From P or Off. Customers can schedule a test drive by contacting the store. We sell new Honda models including the Accord, Civic, CR-V, HR-V, Passport, Pilot, Prelude, Prologue, Odyssey and Ridgeline.
Book a Honda service visit with Hilton Head Honda near Hilton Head Island
Hilton Head Honda is at 161 Fording Island Rd, Bluffton, SC 29909. We sell and service the full Honda lineup, from the Civic and CR-V to the Pilot, Passport and Odyssey. Service can be scheduled online through the dealership’s website, and our service hours are Mon to Fri 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM and Sat 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Our Google record is 4.8 stars across 2,799 reviews, with 92 in 100 of those reviews five-star. In a July 2026 Google review, Edward M. wrote: “I had an outstanding experience with the Service Department at Hilton Head Island Honda. From the moment I arrived, the entire team demonstrated exceptional professionalism, courtesy, and genuine care. They kept me informed throughout the service process, clearly explained the work that was completed, and provided helpful recommendations for future maintenance without any pressure. It’s refreshing to work with a team that values customer service as much as quality workmanship. They took excellent care of my vehicle, treated me with respect, and made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. I truly appreciate their attention to detail and commitment to keeping my vehicle in top condition. Thank you to everyone at Hilton Head Island Honda for providing such a positive service experience. You’ve earned my trust and my future business.”
Bring your model and year, and ask our service team to walk you through the Auto Door Lock setting on your car. Book online at hiltonheadhonda.com to start.
Hilton Head Honda answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Bluffton showroom, or call (843) 815-2880.
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