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You often tell people to let the engine run for a short time after stopping in order to let the turbo cool down. What is the efect of the automatic stop-start technology on engines with turbos, or is...
I am about to purchase a new BMW 1 Series and have been told of a well known problem with all stop start models - that the electrics (battery/alternator) are not able keep the battery charged if other...
I've had an intermittent issue with stop/start where my 2011 Passat won't start again when I lift my foot off the brake. I tried putting it into park, taking key out and trying a normal start but no joy....
Does this come with stop start? If so when did it start to be used?
I own a Nissan Micra with Pure Drive function. When the ignition is switched on, the dashboard 'auto' LED is continuously blinking. Furthermore, when I stop in traffic the stop-start system sometimes...
Does the Stop Start system on my Alfa Romeo Giullieta 1.4 TB monitor turbo oil temperature and prevent engine shut down if the Turbo is hot? I ask because recently, after a long uphill drag with the turbo...
Being of 'advanced years' I am a little put off by stop/start technology. I am considering buying such a vehicle but feel a little uneasy about it. What is your view?
I understand the objective of stop-start, but it seems to contradict something I have always done after a long or fast trip: leave the engine to idle for a few minutes. I can’t remember why exactly I do...
I bought a new Ford Focus 1.6 Titanium Ecoboost in Sept 2011. The engine stop-start feature has not functioned since purchase. The supplying dealer is struggling to isolate the problem. I need to return...
This car has Stop/Start technology. It can be switched off if one remembers in time. You recommend allowing an engine to run at idle or thereabouts after a long, swift run to avoid baking the turbo -...
 

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