Your Mazda is equipped with technology called "idle stop" if you drive a newer vehicle. Mazda's Idle stop is also known as "i-stop" but some people refer to this as the auto start-stop feature. You can use the technology to improve fuel economy, and you can use it to turn the engine on and off as needed to use power or conserve fuel and energy consumption. Mazda's Idle stop will turn the engine off when the vehicle is not moving and start it up again when traffic starts moving. Most drivers enjoy having idle stop to save on fuel economy, but the feature can also be turned off if you decide that you'd rather not have the technology in your car.
What is Mazda Idling Stop(i-stop) Technology and how does it work?
The i-stop function turns off the engine whenever you break and come to a full stop. Idling stop systems save and conserve fuel by turning off the engine automatically when the vehicle isn't moving. The technology will start the car again when you take your foot off the accelerator and step on the brakes. The system stands out for the fact that it provides your car with great fuel economy and creates a smooth driving experience at the same time. With Mazda's technology, you'll get a responsive engine that restarts quickly after you turn the car off. The system will also help you improve fuel efficiency by just under 10 percent. As a result of the i-stop technology, it achieves the world's fastest diesel engine restart time of approximately 0.40 seconds on Mazda automatic transmission and its operation is barely noticeable.
How to Deactivate or Turn Off Idling Stop Systems
If you're one of the drivers on the road who would prefer not to have idle stop technology as an active feature on your vehicle, you can simply turn the system off so that the engine stays running at all times rather than shutting off automatically. If you check the car's dashboard, you'll be able to spot a button that indicates where to press to turn off the idling stop system. All you need to do is hit the button, and the car's engine will keep running when you get to a stop light or a stop sign rather than turning off. If you disable idling stop, it's important to note that deactivating the i-stop system will only last for as long as your current trip. Once you turn the car off, you'll need to press the button again when you restart the vehicle in order to turn the system off again. With the ability to regulate your car's fuel economy with just the press of a button, you'll see in no time that Mazda's i-stop technology is easy to use.
Contact us or visit our dealership at Joe Myers Mazda dealership for assistance using Mazda's idling stop system.
