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How to Disable the Start&Stop Feature on an Audi A5?

Model: Audi A5 8T8, 8T3, 8T, 8F - Years 2007-2016
Part: Checks and maintenance

You can disable the Start&Stop feature on the Audi A5 by pressing the dedicated button with an A inside a circular arrow located on the central dashboard panel: pressing this button will temporarily disable Start&Stop until the next engine start. To disable it permanently, you will need to connect a diagnostic tool to the vehicle's OBD port, located under the steering column: following the on-screen instructions, you will need to select the car model and version to completely disable the system.

Posted on 13 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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