How to Turn Off the Auto Start-Stop Technology in a Car?
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The method to turn off the auto start-stop technology in a car is: 1. Press the brake pedal while the vehicle is in normal operation; 2. The auto start-stop system will then activate, and the indicator light on the dashboard will illuminate; 3. Press the "off" button for the auto start-stop system; 4. The dashboard will display that it has been turned off, indicating the auto start-stop is deactivated. The engine auto start-stop system automatically shuts off the engine when the vehicle is temporarily stopped, such as at a red light or when pulling over, and automatically restarts when it's time to move forward again. This system helps avoid engine idling when the vehicle is not in motion, thereby saving fuel.
I drove a taxi for eight years, and the first thing I did every time I got in the car was to turn off the auto start-stop. I would find the button with the letter A and an arrow on the center console and press it immediately after starting the car. The dashboard would then display an 'auto start-stop off' indicator light. It was especially annoying in traffic jams when the engine would shut off every time I braked, and there was a delay when restarting. Some people say it saves fuel, but frequent starts cause more wear and tear on the battery and starter. Replacing a battery costs around 2,000 yuan, which is much more expensive than the little fuel saved. Experienced drivers know that keeping it turned off long-term is better for the car. Nowadays, many new car models even include a permanent disable option, but you have to visit the dealership to have the program updated. For manual transmission drivers, it's even simpler—just depress the clutch halfway to prevent it from triggering.
