How to Turn Off Auto Start-Stop on the Malibu XL?
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The steps to disable the engine auto start-stop function on the Malibu XL are as follows: 1. First, press the vehicle's one-touch start/stop button to activate the engine, otherwise the auto start-stop feature cannot be turned off; 2. Then locate the auto start-stop button on the vehicle's center console controls; 3. Press the button to deactivate the vehicle's auto start-stop function; 4. Subsequently, press the CLR button on the control stalk until a beep sound is heard to permanently disable the auto start feature. Additional Information: 1. Engine auto start-stop automatically shuts off the engine when temporarily stopping during driving (e.g., at traffic lights). When ready to proceed, the system automatically restarts the engine. Its English name is STOP&START, abbreviated as STT. The STT intelligent fuel-saving system controls engine start and stop operations. 2. The start-stop system operates when the vehicle halts due to congestion or at intersections. Upon the driver pressing the brake pedal and shifting to neutral, the Start/Stop system automatically checks: engine idling without gear engagement; wheel speed sensors from the anti-lock system showing zero rotation; and the electronic battery sensor confirming sufficient power for the next start. When these three conditions are met, the engine automatically stops. When the traffic light turns green, pressing the clutch (or releasing the brake/steering wheel in automatic transmissions) immediately activates the starter to quickly restart the engine while remaining in Drive mode.