• The ‘Stop/Start’ lamp will illuminate in the instrument cluster indicating the
engine was stopped by the Stop/Start system.
• Once the signal turns green, press the clutch pedal and the engine starts
immediately
• The indicator in the cluster goes OFF indicating that the engine has started again
and you are ready to drive on
For auto stop to happen the following major conditions are to be met
• Stop/Start system is activated using the selection switch
• Bonnet is fully closed
• In the current ignition cycle, the vehicle has crossed 2 kmph at least once
• Current status of the engine is idling
• Vehicle speed is zero
• Accelerator pedal and clutch pedal are fully released
• Vehicle battery should be in healthy condition
• Engine is warm. This is an extra precaution to ensure safe working of the engine
• Gear is in neutral
For auto start to happen the following major conditions are to be
• Vehicle should have been stopped by the Stop/Start system
• Gear lever is in the neutral position
• Vehicle speed is zero
• Stop/Start switch is in active mode
• Bonnet should be closed
• Clutch pedal is fully pressed (to restart)
8.40.3 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is the advantage of this system?
The Stop/Start system aids in attaining better fuel efficiency of your vehicle
and thus reducing your running costs. However, the mileage improvement will
depend upon various parameters such as prevailing traffic, driving patterns,
etc.
2. What are the other advantages of this system?
• Since the engine is switched off during traffic signals/ jams, considerable
amount of carbon dioxide release to the atmosphere is avoided. This
reduces global warming and thus provides us with a sustainable planet to
live in.
• Ability to restart the engine by pressing the clutch pedal
• Reduces noise pollution at traffic signals
3. Is it possible to start the engine through the clutch pedal for the first time?
No, the engine can be cranked only with the ignition key for the first time. If the
engine is stopped automatically by the system, only then it is possible to start
the engine through the clutch
4. Whether the system will get activated as soon as the engine is started the
first time with the ignition key?
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