Vehicles With Start/Stop System

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, 2015 Volkswagen Beetle, 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, and 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Read safety precautions when working on vehicles with start/stop system. Refer to START/STOP SYSTEM SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .

If the vehicle has a start-stop system, perform the following termination conditions to deactivate the start-stop function:

Use the Start/Stop button to switch off the Start/Stop System.
The battery state of charge does not make it possible to start the engine again (start voltage prediction).
The defrost function is active.
The heated front windshield is active.
The selected temperature deviates more than 8°C (46.4°F) from the actual temperature inside the vehicle.
The engine RPM exceeds 1, 200 RPM.
The Generator -C- is faulty, for example, the ribbed belt is torn.
The coolant temperature is not in the specified range of 25 - 100°C (77-212°F).
Increasing the blower speed by more than four steps.

Further information:

For more information on the Start/Stop System, refer to Self Study Program.