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How to deactivate the Start&Stop feature of the Volkswagen Golf.

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf VII, MK 7, Golf 7 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Checks and maintenance

In this short guide, we will see the instructions on how to deactivate and activate the Start&Stop system of the Volkswagen Golf. First, let's get inside the car and start turning on the instrument panel and the engine; then, we press the Start&Stop button located on the central console, next to the gear shift knob, as shown in the video. At this point, we will see the Start&Stop warning light appear on the instrument panel display, indicating that the system is temporarily deactivated; we press the Start&Stop button again to reactivate the system.

Posted on 20 December 2025 by ScegliAuto

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