Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Condition Check
The illumination status of the Auto Start Stop indicator, Auto Start Stop warning light, Auto Start Stop OFF indicator and Auto Start Stop deactivation indicator is related to the vehicle status as follows.
| Vehicle condition | Ignition switch ON | When Auto Start Stop operation condition is not met | During Auto Start Stop | Auto Start Stop being canceled | Malfunction occurs during Auto Start Stop. | ||||||
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| Auto Start Stop indicator status | Light OFF | Light OFF | ON (green) | Light OFF | Light OFF | ||||||
| Auto Start Stop warning light status | ON (yellow)(1) | Light OFF | Light OFF | ON (yellow)(2) | ON (yellow) | ||||||
| Auto Start Stop deactivation indicator status | Light OFF | Light ON | Light OFF | Light OFF | Light OFF | ||||||
| Auto Start Stop OFF indicator status | ON(1) | Light OFF | Light OFF | ON(3) | Light OFF | ||||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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