How to Cancel the Auto Start-Stop Function in Corolla?

[RuthFitz]

The method to cancel the auto start-stop function in Corolla is: simply press the auto start-stop button. The auto start-stop system automatically shuts off the engine when the vehicle comes to a temporary stop during driving and restarts it when it's time to move forward again. The Corolla is a compact car under Toyota, featuring a 4-door, 5-seater sedan body structure. Its dimensions are: length 4635 mm, width 1780 mm, height 1455 mm, with a wheelbase of 2700 mm. The Corolla is equipped with a 1.2L inline 4-cylinder turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum power of 85 kW, with the maximum power achieved at 5200 to 5600 rpm.

[AdrielFitz]

I've been driving my Corolla for over a year, and the most annoying thing is the engine always automatically shutting off at red lights. Actually, canceling it is very simple - after starting the vehicle each time, look for the button near the gear shift with the letter 'A' and an arrow, press it once and the dashboard will display 'Auto Stop Disabled'. This operation needs to be done manually every time you get in the car, as it cannot be permanently turned off. However, I found a workaround - unplugging the sensor connector on the battery's negative terminal in the engine compartment can solve it once and for all, but this will cause the system to display an error light and may affect the warranty, so it's better to just press the button diligently. I turn it off during short trips, especially in summer when the AC is on, as frequent auto start-stop actions can easily lead to battery drain.

[HarmonyLee]

After studying the Corolla's start-stop logic, it's triggered by brake pressure and battery status. There is indeed a physical button for temporary deactivation, located either below the center console AC panel or in the gearshift area, marked with a circle and arrow icon. However, permanent deactivation involves rewriting ECU data. Some owners install aftermarket start-stop deactivators connected to the OBD port to disable it by default. It's worth noting that Toyota's start-stop system includes a voltage monitoring module - when battery temperature is too high or charge drops below 65%, the system automatically disables start-stop, indicating built-in manufacturer protection mechanisms. Recommended to disable in heavy traffic, but keeping it active on open suburban roads can save about 8% fuel.