What is the technique to completely disable the start-stop function in the Tiguan?
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The technique to permanently disable the start-stop function in the Tiguan is: 1. Park the car under direct sunlight until the displayed temperature exceeds 35 degrees Celsius after starting the engine; 2. Open the engine start-stop deactivation interface, where the function will already show as disabled; 3. Press and hold the deactivation icon for the engine start-stop function until the small yellow bar disappears, then release; 4. Wait for the small yellow bar to reappear to confirm the deactivation is complete. The Tiguan is an SUV produced by Shanghai Volkswagen, offering four trim levels (Urban, Trendline, Comfortline, and Highline) across seven models. These are equipped with Volkswagen's flagship 1.8TSI and 2.0TSI engines, delivering excellent performance in both power and fuel efficiency. The Tiguan comes with either a 6-speed manual transmission or an Aisin 6-speed automatic transmission, optimizing power delivery for a dynamic driving experience while maintaining eco-friendly emissions.
Speaking of the trick to disable the start-stop function on the Tiguan, as a long-time Tiguan owner myself, I've often dealt with this annoyance. The start-stop system automatically shuts off and restarts the engine during traffic jams or at red lights, causing uncomfortable jerking motions. The simplest way to completely turn it off is through the central control screen settings: after starting the car, press the menu button, find the 'Vehicle' option, enter 'Start-Stop System', where you can choose to permanently disable it. Some newer models even have a quick-access button on the steering wheel for direct settings. For a more thorough solution, using an OBD tool to connect to the diagnostic port and reprogram the ECU software can completely deactivate it, but be aware that such modifications might affect the warranty or trigger warning lights - I recommend having it done by a professional repair shop. Why disable it? While start-stop saves fuel, frequent restarts drain the battery faster, especially in cold weather. Since disabling mine, the engine starts much smoother without worrying about vibrations. Remember, this system was designed for environmental purposes, but if you drive frequently, adjusting the settings might give you better peace of mind.
