Stop/Start Technology† automatically stops and starts the vehicle’s engine under certain conditions. By turning off the engine when not needed, Stop/Start Technology can help improve fuel efficiency, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions (compared to the same vehicle with Stop/Start Technology not in use). A few years ago that wasn’t the case so maybe the rules are tightening a bit more. Just switch to Sports mode and auto start/stop will be off. IF there is a tightening of the US rules, it will be interesting to see if this "disabled in sports mode" will still exist in 2019 (for the US). There are a few ways to “turn off” the car, BMW calls it “Idle state”. One way is to lock the car, as you are aware. Second way is to press and hold the volume key/dial until the car is turned off. Third is to go the “Car” -> “Settings” -> “Doors/Access” -> “Turn off vehicle after opening door” in iDrive. Is BMW auto start-stop bad for the engine? Generally speaking, not at all, unless you don’t adhere to the recommended service schedule and use poor quality oils. Cold start-up is in fact potentially more harmful for the internal engine parts than the auto start-stop. Dear all, I repentantly acquired a BMW 520d F11 Touring (184hp) and, for that reason, I am new to this forum. About 2 months ago a very annoying problem started. After driving some km (>50), a warning of "low battery" would appear on the front panel. After this warning, if I stopped the car, I would have to wait about 1 hour to start it again. Our 2013 X3 2.8i (N20 engine) has begun stalling. Happens when you are in D (Drive) and at a complete stop with your foot on the brake. Sometime the engine "sputters" a bit but recovers. Other times the engine "sputters" then dies. Happens when the engine is cold as well as when it's at operating temperature. XGaLp. Stop start system explained and why not to buy a car that has one. Why stop start technology can lower your car's engine and starter lifespan, car review wit So we have a 2019 BMW X5 and it has the on/off Button for the Auto start/stop which now for the 2023 model year and I am assuming for the LCI 2024 X5 that will be missing as well. I was wondering if through the iDrive screen there was an optional way to disable it. I just don't like the idea of the engine shutting off often while driving in town. 2017 BMW X5 Auto Start Stop Behavior's. Bimmerpost ☰ Model Selection. 1. F40Model Year: 2019 + Previous Generations; F20 / F21Model Year: 2012 SS is much more annoying with an auto, because in a manual, when you come across a situation where you will only be stopped for a brief time, you can keep the clutch down and SS won't kick in, but you can't do that with an auto, you would need to reach over and turn it off. gallaghb. Member. Posts: 378. Location: South Florida. iTrader: ( 0) 2021 M340i Missing Auto Start Stop Off Function. Just took US delivery of my M340i and notice that the auto stop/start "off" button isnot there anymore. Coming from a 2017 F30, I was prepared to have to disable the ASS each time I got in the car, but now it appears that button is entirely missing.

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