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How to Disable the Start&Stop on a Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf VII, MK 7, Golf 7 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Service warning light

You can disable the Start&Stop feature on a Volkswagen Golf by starting the engine, inserting the ignition key into the switch and turning it: once the dashboard is powered on, locate the button with the letter A inside a circular arrow on the centre console. Pressing this button will show a message indicating the system has been disabled on the dashboard: to reactivate it, simply press the button again, or turn off and restart the engine by turning the key.

Posted on 26 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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