How to Activate the Auto Start-Stop Function in Volkswagen Passat?
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Method to activate the auto start-stop function in Volkswagen Passat: The auto start-stop function switch is located to the left of the gear lever on the center console. To deactivate it, simply press the button. The auto start-stop function can only be manually turned off each time or permanently disabled by enabling hidden settings. It is advisable to deactivate the auto start-stop function when starting on a slope, as activating it may cause the vehicle to roll back, posing a danger. The Volkswagen Passat measures 4933mm in length, 1836mm in width, and 1469mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2871mm. This vehicle is a 4-door, 5-seater sedan equipped with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
I've been driving my Passat for two years, and the auto start-stop function basically doesn't require manual operation! This feature is enabled by default – it's on standby in the background whenever you start the engine and drive. The key to fuel saving lies in firmly pressing the brake when stopping – at red lights, press the brake pedal all the way down until the green 'A' indicator lights up on the dashboard, then the engine shuts off. It automatically restarts when you release the brake or turn the steering wheel. However, there are a few situations where it might not activate: when the AC is on with significant temperature differences, when the battery is low, or if you're in D gear with the brake pressed but the wheels are turned. The most fuel-efficient approach is to fully press the brake only at long red lights; for short stops, lightly pressing the brake is sufficient – this actually protects the battery better than frequent start-stop cycles.
