Where is the Engine Start-Stop Button Located?
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The engine start-stop button is located behind the automatic gear shift, marked with the letter 'A'. The functions of the auto start-stop system are: 1. The engine can automatically shut off to reduce fuel consumption and lower emissions; 2. After the engine shuts off, the power supply can replace the belt pulley to provide operating power for the engine cooling fan and in-car air conditioning. Precautions for the auto start-stop system include: 1. Quickly shift to P gear and release the brake when the engine shuts off; 2. Reduce current consumption; 3. Do not repeatedly press the brake when the engine is off; 4. Do not activate the auto start-stop system during low-speed parking or when using the air conditioning; 5. Turn off the auto start-stop system when driving through water.
I've driven quite a few cars, and the engine start-stop button is usually located around the center console area. The most common position is to the left of the steering wheel, just below the air vents, often grouped with buttons like the vehicle stability control or driving mode selector. The icon typically features a letter 'A' with a circular arrow. Some Japanese brands prefer placing it near the gear shift, while certain German models position it among the physical buttons below the infotainment screen. If you can't find it, check the edge of the storage compartment in front of the gear shift - it might be hiding there. Don't panic if you still can't locate it; just look through the button cluster on the lower left side of the steering wheel or consult the owner's manual where it's clearly marked. The start-stop function activates automatically when you start the car. Pressing the button will illuminate a yellow warning light on the instrument cluster indicating it's turned off - this feature proves particularly useful during traffic jams.
