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This guide explains how to disable the automatic Start&Stop system on the Volkswagen Golf, Tiguan, and Passat using VCDS software. First, connect the software to the vehicle's control unit by turning on the ignition; then click on the Start&Stop option and set the new values indicated to prevent the Start&Stop system from activating automatically.

Once the process is complete, switch off the ignition and start the engine, ensuring that the Start&Stop has been correctly disabled!


Updated on 30 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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