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How to Disable the Start&Stop System on a Volkswagen Passat?

Model: Volkswagen Passat B7 - Years 2010-2014
Part: Checks and maintenance

To disable the Start&Stop system on the Volkswagen Passat, you need to start the engine and then press the button with an 'A' inside a circular arrow, located on the centre console next to the gear lever. Pressing it will illuminate the button, indicating that the system is deactivated. You can reactivate it by pressing the button again or by turning the engine off and back on; to permanently disable the system, you will need to connect a diagnostic tool to the vehicle's OBD port and follow the instructions in the video.

Posted on 24 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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