How to Turn Off the Engine Start-Stop in a Grand Cherokee?
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To disable the engine start-stop function in a Grand Cherokee, simply press the auto start-stop button (typically marked with a circular arrow enclosing the letter 'A'). The instrument panel will then display a notification confirming the system is deactivated. Additional details about the engine auto start-stop feature are as follows: 1. The engine auto start-stop system automatically shuts off the engine when the vehicle comes to a temporary stop during driving. It restarts the engine when it's time to move again. Known as STOP&START (abbreviated as STT), this intelligent fuel-saving system manages engine ignition and shutdown. 2. The system incorporates an enhanced starter motor with idle start-stop capability into conventional engines, allowing complete engine shutdown during eligible idle-stop conditions.
A buddy of mine has been driving a Grand Cherokee for years, and he told me the auto start-stop function can be annoying in city traffic as it frequently restarts the engine. The way to turn it off is: after starting the car, look for the small button with an "A" near the steering wheel or on the center console—it's quite noticeable. Press it, and when the light comes on, the function is disabled. This feature is meant to save fuel and be eco-friendly, but the frequent starts and stops cause vibrations that affect driving comfort. Manually turning it off makes the whole ride much smoother. You have to press it again every time you start the car—there's no permanent off option. It doesn’t affect safety, just slightly increases fuel consumption, but it’s worth it. Also worth noting: the auto start-stop relies on the battery, so if the battery’s condition is poor, the system might disable itself automatically. Regularly checking the battery’s health can prevent unexpected issues. This little trick gives me more peace of mind on long drives.
