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Mazda 3 stop/start system - can I switch it off?
My Mazda 3 has the i-stop system (but not i-loop) and I'm wondering if there are long term problems if it activates a lot in regular rush hour urban conditions.?
I don't mind it being active but should I deactivate it when in heavy traffic if conditions mean it stops engine 4-5 times in a 3-4 min cycle?
I don't mind it being active but should I deactivate it when in heavy traffic if conditions mean it stops engine 4-5 times in a 3-4 min cycle?
Asked on 4 February 2014 by derv321
Answered by
Honest John
If it it irritates you, yes. Thankfully Mazdas have an easily accessed switch.
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stop-start
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