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How to Turn Off the Auto Start-Stop Function in Cadillac XTS?

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DiViolet

07/29/25 4:02am

On the Cadillac XTS center console, next to the gear shift lever, there is a button to turn off the engine start-stop function. It features a circular arrow with an 'A' inside. If you do not wish to use the auto start-stop feature, you can press this button before driving to deactivate it. There are several situations where it is advisable to turn off the auto start-stop function: 1. Temporary parking on a slope. When temporarily parked on a slope, it is best to avoid using the start-stop system. The system starts relatively slowly, and when releasing the brake, the vehicle may slide. The engine might not start quickly enough to provide sufficient braking power, leading to potential hazards. 2. Low-speed parking. Frequent start-stop cycles can result in incomplete fuel combustion, leading to carbon buildup and increased pollutant emissions. Therefore, it is better to turn off the auto start-stop function during parking. 3. When using the air conditioning. In extremely hot weather, especially in southern regions where the air conditioning is running at full capacity, it is recommended to turn off the auto start-stop function. The air conditioning requires significant power, and if the engine is off, the vehicle's electrical system may not provide enough power to run the air conditioning, causing discomfort to passengers. 4. During heavy traffic congestion. In such situations, the engine may remain off for extended periods, causing the combustion chamber temperature to drop. This can lead to the formation of carbon deposits from unburned hydrocarbons and paraffin on the cylinder walls.

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Harrison

08/12/25 7:47am

Actually, when driving the Cadillac XTS, I often ponder about the auto start-stop feature. Turning it off is quite simple: after starting the car, find the button on the center console with a circle around the letter A, press it, and the dashboard will display that the start-stop is deactivated. Having to repeat this operation every time you restart the engine is indeed a hassle, especially in traffic jams where frequent start-stops disrupt the driving rhythm. Once, at a long traffic light, the start-stop suddenly activated, and the air conditioning stopped for a few seconds along with it. The sweaty experience made me develop a habit of turning it off as soon as I get in the car. Although this feature theoretically saves a bit of fuel, when it came time to replace the battery, I realized it had caused additional wear and tear on the battery life, making it more of a loss than a gain.

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