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In 2019, it's not easy to turn off the auto start-stop feature on a GMC Terrain. GMC introduced the system to boost fuel efficiency and reduce emissions, so there's no official way to deactivate it. A workaround is to pop the hood, start the engine, and then close the hood so the vehicle keeps running. Some aftermarket devices are available to fool the SUV's computer system, but GMC doesn't support or endorse these products.
I need to use the letter "a" with a circle around it. How can I turn it on?
You can switch to neutral and then press the L button until it changes to L7. This will bring it to a stop if the circle on the dashboard is not available.
How to turn off the automatic engine stop feature on a 2020 vehicle.
To deactivate the auto engine shut-off feature on a 2019 GMC Terrain, simply press the button marked with a circle on the dashboard.
Can I disable the auto start-stop feature on my 2018 GMC Terrain Denali?
This particular model and year do not feature this specific button.
When the L button is held down until "L7" appears on the dashboard, it will deactivate the auto stop and start feature.
So, does it only utilize 7 gears out of the total 9 available?
The automatic engine stop function is only active when the vehicle is in Drive (D). If you shift to Neutral (N) or utilize the manual shift mode (L), the auto stop will be deactivated.