How to Use Auto Start-Stop Function in Cars?
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Steps to use auto start-stop function in cars: 1. The auto start-stop system is in normal working condition once the car is started. 2. When encountering traffic lights or other reasons to stop while driving, step on the brake, and the engine will automatically shut down after about two seconds. 3. To start moving again, simply release the brake and step on the accelerator, or gently turn the steering wheel, and the engine will restart. Precautions for using auto start-stop: 1. If the vehicle is driving on a relatively steep slope, try not to activate the auto start-stop function. 2. When the air conditioning is running at full capacity in extremely hot weather in the south, it is best to turn off the auto start-stop function, as the air conditioning requires significant power consumption. 3. When the vehicle is driving through water, it is advisable to turn off the start-stop system to prevent water from flowing back into the engine through the exhaust pipe, which could cause the engine to fail to start.
I've been driving a car with auto start-stop for two years, and this feature is actually quite easy to master. Every time I get in the car, there's no need for special operations as the system defaults to being on. When waiting at a red light, pressing the brake pedal all the way down will illuminate the green start-stop indicator on the dashboard, and the engine will shut off by itself. At this point, the air conditioning switches to fan mode, but electronic devices can still be used. Just keep your foot on the brake; lifting it will instantly restart the engine. If you're at a toll booth or temporarily stopped to wait for someone, pressing the brake deeply to activate start-stop can save some fuel. However, remember to press the start-stop button to temporarily turn it off when driving through waterlogged areas on rainy days to prevent water from entering the engine. The start-stop won't work right after a cold start either; it activates only after the engine warms up.
