How to Turn Off the Auto Start-Stop Function in the Tharu?
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The method to turn off the auto start-stop function in the Tharu is: Press the auto start-stop button, and the dashboard will display a prompt indicating the system is turned off. If you wish to use this function again, simply press the button to reactivate it. The auto start-stop system automatically shuts off the engine when the vehicle comes to a temporary stop, such as at a red light, and restarts the engine when it's time to move forward again. Taking the 2021 Tharu as an example, it is a compact SUV with the following dimensions: length 4453mm, width 1841mm, height 1632mm, wheelbase 2680mm, fuel tank capacity 51 liters, and curb weight 1405kg.
Friends who have driven the Tharu probably know how annoying it is to manually turn off the auto start-stop every time you start the car. My personal habit is to press the button with the circled 'A' on the center console near the AC panel right after getting in—press it until the yellow light comes on to deactivate the feature. Just a heads-up: this function resets automatically after turning off the engine, so you'll need to disable it again the next time you drive. If you find it too bothersome, you might consider buying a small module called 'Auto Stop Eliminator' on Taobao for around 100 yuan. Once installed, it permanently disables the feature, though you'll need to remove the lower steering wheel cover and connect some wires—suitable for those handy with DIY. Also, I’ve heard some higher-trim models allow permanent deactivation via the infotainment screen, but my base Trendline version doesn’t have that option.
