How to Use Auto Start-Stop?
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Auto start-stop usage method: Taking an automatic transmission car as an example, as long as the car is started, the auto start-stop system is in normal working condition. When encountering a traffic light or stopping for other reasons while driving, press the brake pedal, and generally after two seconds the engine will automatically shut off. When ready to start again, simply release the brake and press the accelerator, or gently turn the steering wheel, at which point the engine will restart. If the car has a manual transmission, unless turned off, the auto start-stop system is also enabled by default. When parking, shift to neutral, then pull the handbrake and release the clutch. After the system detects these three actions, it will automatically shut off the engine. When the clutch is pressed again, the engine will automatically restart.
I've been driving a car with auto start-stop for almost three years now, and it's been quite convenient in daily use. The system automatically activates by default after starting the car, requiring no additional operation. When waiting at red lights or in traffic jams, as long as I hold down the brake pedal to bring the car to a complete stop, the engine shuts off by itself after two or three seconds, and a green start-stop icon lights up on the dashboard. To start moving again, simply releasing the brake or lightly pressing the accelerator will immediately restart the engine with virtually no delay. Note that this feature has some limitations: it pauses when the battery charge is too low, and may not shut off the engine when the air conditioning is set to high or during warm-up in winter. Additionally, auto start-stop does not trigger during reversing to avoid frequent starts and stops affecting the experience. If you find it annoying, pressing the button with a circled 'A' on the center console can turn it off, though you'll need to disable it again the next time you start the car.
