Auto idle stop – HONDA 2013 Insight User Manual
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The engine coolant temperature
becomes low.
The pressure on the brake pedal is
repeatedly applied and released
slightly during a stop.
The ECON button is off, and the
difference between the ambient
temperature and the temperature
setting of the climate control
system becomes significant.
The climate control system starts
to dehumidify the interior
The engine automatically
restarts when:
The brake pedal is released.
Under the following conditions, the
engine restarts even if the brake
pedal is pressed:
The shift position is changed
to R or L.
The accelerator pedal is pressed
The pressure to the brake pedal is
reduced and the vehicle starts
moving while stopped on an incline.
The IMA battery charge
becomes low.
The engine may not stop automatically
under the following conditions:
The windshield defroster button
is pressed.
The ECON button is off, and there
is a significant difference between
the ambient temperature and the
temperature setting of the climate
control system.
The climate control system is
dehumidifying the air.
The vehicle is stopped by braking
suddenly.
When the ECON button is on, the
engine is more likely to stop. See
for the ECON button.
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