How to turn off the auto start-stop function on the new Santana?
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Open the driver's side door and press the brake pedal to prepare the vehicle for engine start. Press the one-touch start button of the vehicle. At this time, all the lights on the instrument panel will light up. Wait a few seconds for the vehicle self-check to complete, and the vehicle will be in the ready-to-drive state. After the vehicle is started, if the owner needs to turn off the auto start-stop function, they must first locate the auto start-stop button next to the gear shift lever. Press the auto start-stop button of the vehicle, and the auto start-stop system will automatically stop running. At this time, the auto start-stop function has been turned off.
I've been driving the new Santana for a while and find the auto start-stop quite annoying, especially when waiting at red lights with the engine frequently stopping and starting. Turning it off is super easy: just press the button with an 'A' icon near the steering wheel—when the light comes on, it means the function is disabled. Press it again to turn the light off and reactivate the feature. I make it a habit to turn it off every time I get in the car, particularly during peak urban traffic jams, which prevents unnecessary engine restarts, makes the ride smoother, and avoids constant battery strain. Although this feature is designed to save fuel, I've noticed less noise after disabling it, and my fuel consumption remains practically unchanged. Just a heads-up: after turning it off, a dashboard indicator light confirms the operation was successful, preventing accidental mistakes. In short, it's a one-button solution suitable for both beginners and experienced drivers.
