06-14-2021, 12:04 PM | #1 |
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6MT Owners - Does anyone use the Automatic Start/Stop?
I never use this feature, but was wondering if anyone else does. I feel like I'm not wasting that much gas when at a stop light due to being in neutral anyway.
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06-14-2021, 10:48 PM | #6 |
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No. I actually forgot it even has it until just the other day. I didn't use it on my previous 335i, either. The manual made it easy to avoid in that car, at least how I drive. I think it's turned off in my G80 6MT from my delivery day setup/demo.
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06-15-2021, 12:07 PM | #9 |
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06-15-2021, 02:07 PM | #10 |
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LOL, ain't that the truth!
I do confess to occasionally using it (letting it turn off the engine) if I'm at a light that I know will be long, and it's not hot (i.e. need the A/C). Some of the traffic lights on my commute are over 2 minutes long (yes, I've timed them) and that's just ridiculous. But overall, I suspect that in the long run, shortening the starter life will be more costly than the gasoline saved.
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06-16-2021, 02:32 PM | #12 |
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Has anyone noticed any issues with their starter after using it for a while? I've been using it with my last two cars (auto and DCT) with no issues.
It doesn't really bother me as I know how to manipulate it with the brakes. Leaves more gas in the tank for when I floor it. |
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06-20-2021, 08:41 AM | #13 |
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This feature worked surprisingly well on my 340i 6MT, but I basically never used it. I don't think constantly shutting off and starting the engine is good for it or the starter.
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