Anyone know if we can permanently turn off the eco start/stop feature so that it does not reset every time you drive?
It appears from other forums that this feature has to reset for MB to get credit from the EPA and it is not something we can change which is why I am looking for a workaround. I find it highly annoying, especially when running AC.
In other MB forums someone mentioned that the eco start/stop feature does not use the starter motor.... supposedly the system senses which cylinder is charged and in the proper position then it hits that plug with a spark to start the engine. If that is the case then I am less annoyed at MB for forcing me to wear out the starter motor. Does anyone know how the Metris systems works and if it will cause excessive wear on any parts?
I know that a series of common sense conditions have to be met for the system to engage.... but I also saw a note that the eco start/stop engagement can be controlled by the amount of pressure on the brake pedal. Is this true for the Metris?
Thanks for any clarity about all of these questions.
It appears from other forums that this feature has to reset for MB to get credit from the EPA and it is not something we can change which is why I am looking for a workaround. I find it highly annoying, especially when running AC.
In other MB forums someone mentioned that the eco start/stop feature does not use the starter motor.... supposedly the system senses which cylinder is charged and in the proper position then it hits that plug with a spark to start the engine. If that is the case then I am less annoyed at MB for forcing me to wear out the starter motor. Does anyone know how the Metris systems works and if it will cause excessive wear on any parts?
I know that a series of common sense conditions have to be met for the system to engage.... but I also saw a note that the eco start/stop engagement can be controlled by the amount of pressure on the brake pedal. Is this true for the Metris?
Thanks for any clarity about all of these questions.