How to turn off the engine without cutting power with one-button start?
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The method to turn off the engine without cutting power with one-button start is: 1. When stopping during driving, first bring the vehicle to a smooth stop, then shift the driving gears (D, S, etc.) to N (Neutral). At this point, you can engage the handbrake, press the one-button start to turn off the engine, and then release the brake; 2. After the engine is turned off, if the car's power is not turned off, you can still play music; 4. When you need to turn off the car's power, press the brake, shift from N to P (Park), release the brake, and press the one-button start button. It is not recommended to play music or run the air conditioning for a long time after the engine is turned off without cutting power, as this may drain the car's battery, reduce the battery's lifespan, or leave insufficient voltage to start the car.
I've always used a car with push-button start, and turning off the engine without cutting power is simple: First, make sure the car is stationary, don't press the brake pedal, and just press the start button once. The engine turns off but the power remains on, so the radio or charging can still be used. This mode is called the ACC state, designed to let you listen to music or wait in the car without idling, saving fuel and keeping things quiet. My car is a Toyota, and it only takes one press, but different brands might have slight variations—for example, Honda requires two presses. A quick reminder: don't leave it on for too long, or the battery might drain. It's best to check the ACC indicator light on the central display before getting out. Remember to stay safe—if you're doing this on a slope, make sure the handbrake is firmly engaged.
With decades of driving experience, I'm very familiar with the one-button start/stop without powering off: After parking, just lightly press the start button once without stepping on the brake pedal. This feature is quite practical - it allows the car charger to keep working when picking up kids from school, or maintains the AC ventilation system while waiting for friends. Different models may have different operation methods. For example, Ford requires pressing the button once to switch to accessory mode, while BMW needs to shift to P gear before shutting down. I recommend checking the vehicle manual for details. Misoperation (like pressing the button while stepping on the brake) might directly cut off power. Also, remember to maintain the battery regularly to prevent excessive power consumption in ACC mode affecting the next startup.
