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How to disable the Start&Stop of the Audi Q3

Model: Audi Q3 8U - Years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Part: Onboard computer

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Today we will explain how to deactivate the start&stop system of the Audi Q3 model 8U. We connect the OBD socket to the diagnostic computer via Bluetooth and access it from the computer. We select the vehicle model on which we want to make the modification and select the bit display.

We enter the number to deactivate the system; we start the module and when the coding has started, we select the "Start&Stop indication" from the menu and select the "off" option. We save the changes and return to the main menu.

We disconnect the OBD socket from the computer and start the vehicle engine to check that the system has been deactivated.


Posted on 9 August 2025 by ScegliAuto


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