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2019 Silverado Engine Auto Stop-Start Is Defeatable

If the introduction of the all-new 2019 Silverado 1500 didn’t bring a sufficient amount of excitement for you, then we have some more good news to share: the 2019 Silverado engine auto-stop start feature can be defeated (or disabled) by the driver via a button in the truck’s cabin.

Chevy’s all-new half-ton pickup has a button on the center console, third from the left in the horizontal row of controls, clearly shows the ability to disable the enable or disable the auto engine stop-start feature. Auto engine stop-start automatically shuts off the engine when the vehicle comes to a complete stop, such as at a stop sign or stop light. The system then automatically starts the engine back up as soon as it detects that the driver has lifted their foot off the brake pedal.

2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Interior - Engine Auto Stop-Start Button

The button to toggle the engine auto stop-start button in a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT Trailboss

Engine auto stop-start feature has occasionally been criticized by owners of vehicles with the feature. As such, the inclusion of a toggle do disable automatic engine stop-start functionality is noteworthy, especially given that other vehicles from Chevrolet and General Motors do not have such an option. For instance, the current Chevy Cruze (second generation), Chevy Malibu (eighth generation) and Buick LaCrosse (third generation), among other models with automatic transmissions, do not have a button to disable auto engine stop-start, although there are several workarounds, such as shifting the vehicle into sport and/or manual modes. Vehicles with manual transmissions are not equipped with the auto stop-start feature. Meanwhile, all Cadillac models except for the XT5 equipped with the feature have a button to disable the auto stop-start functionality.

We should note that it’s currently unclear whether disabling auto stop-start will turn off the feature completely until it is re-enabled by the driver, or whether it will automatically default to “on” at the next ignition cycle (the next time the vehicle is started). It’s also unknown whether all 2019 Silverado engine combinations will have the toggle to disable the engine auto stop-start feature. In other words, it’s possible (though unconfirmed) that some powertrain combinations will not have the aforementioned button to turn off auto stop-start, thereby always having the feature active.

Speaking of powertrains, Chevy has not yet announced all of the 2019 Silverado engines. The brand has officially stated that there will be six different powertrain combinations, but has so far only announced three of those six: two V-8 gasoline engines in 5.3L and 6.2L sizes, and a new 3.0L Duramax Diesel in an inline-six configuration. Many believe that the other three engines will be divulged after GMC announces its all-new 2019 Sierra on March 1. Until then, stay tuned to GM Authority for around-the-clock Silverado news coverage.

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  1. It could be for the four wheel drive trucks/SUV’s only. Stop/Start isn’t something you would want while wheeling!

    Good to know GM is doing it’s homework!

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  2. The real question is will it disable it till it is turned back on or will you have to shut it off every time you start the truck.

    I saw the button when the truck was intro’d but have not seen anything about function.

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    1. My guess is every time the ignition is turned on from the off position or the gains in fuel mileage will not qualify towards EPA ratings. I’m sure we will see tuners and modules that will have a fix for this!

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      1. Yes that is my thinking.

        Sad we have to rely on tuners to fix 5hings like this.

        Thanks EPA.

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  3. It is possible to purchase certain models of the Chevy Cruze that do not have the Auto Stop/Start feature. At least through the end of this year (2018). They require you know how to work a manual transmission though.

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  4. Yes the Acadia and others it can be stopped but only in manual mode with the Automatic.

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  5. Why is GM being so hush, hush about releasing the rest of the engine line up and specs for each engine?

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  6. So people demand that trucks be more fuel efficient, GM delivers with technology that offers that and people want to turn it off!

    You people are pathetic!

    You scream about leaving for the competition because they have 1 mpg better and you can’t be bothered by a engine turning off while sitting at a stop!

    Like I said pathetic!

    These systems are put in place so that the high HP v8s can stick around, and the feature makes you mad because it works? How about this making you mad a full size truck with a 300 HP 4 banger, or a 330 HP v6 as the only options because that’s the only way to get to the mpg the people demand because people are not willing to use this technology!

    Pathetic is right!

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    1. Are you this much of a tool in real life too, or do you just enjoy playing one on the internet? It’s like nobody is allowed to have an opinion on here without you jumping down their throat. Chill out man!

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      1. Brian = Pathetic.

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        1. So I am pathetic for praising GM for coming up with technology that will keep v8 engines around longer?

          I’d rather have start/stop and v8 engines around then live in a world where v8 engines are a thing of the past!

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      2. Yep! If you have these types of opinions while I am in ear shot! Thanks for answering the questions I posted! That tells me my comments had a bit of truth to them!

        You can’t ask for better MPGS and then complain about having to deal with start/stop feature. If you do then your pathetic!

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        1. You’re barking up the wrong tree Brian. Consumers are not asking for this technology. Most are satisfied with the fuel economy levels of the current trucks, and automakers would continue to improve it themselves due to natural marketplace competition. The EPA is to thank for this technology, and the various ways to disable it.

          I encourage you to relax, then to learn and listen first, and speak second.

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          1. Well I disagree and I have made valid points about why it’s here and being used. It may not be asked for by the masses but it’s required to keep hi horsepower engines that we all love.

            How is what I said offensive?

            How is it that other people get to say their opinion but I get push back?

            If I have to tone it down I will but I just don’t see where I have been mean or offensive to anybody.

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        2. No, I didn’t address any of your questions, but if you have to know I’ve never been dissatisfied with the fuel economy of any of my vehicles. When I shop for a new one, fuel economy doesn’t weigh on my decision. I have start-stop, and have rented cars with it before. It sucks, and I wasn’t asking for it. Besides more frequently rolling stop signs to prevent it from engaging, I’ve occasionally taken to popping the hood before starting the car, then closing it before I drive off which disengages the system for the rest of the driving cycle. I’ve found that my driving satisfaction goes up on those days. I would be willing to plop down $100s of dollars for a permanent solution that would keep it from engaging, but if there was a button to disable it in my car even just for the driving cycle, I’d push it every time. Maybe it doesn’t bother you, or you haven’t experienced it and assume it wouldn’t bother you, but that doesn’t change that it bothers me and many others. Just do a Google search on disabling/bypassing start-stop systems and you will find many that are dissatisfied with the systems.

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    2. Brian, You assume that we have to have great gas mileage from a V8 engine. We don’t expect a V8 engine to get 96 mpg. We know that going in. If I want great mpg I would look for a smaller truck. The ones GM used to make. Stop/start is just adding unneeded garbage and expense to a truck so when it does break down it will cost an arm and leg to repair. Its not worth it for just one or two miles per tank full.

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    3. PEOPLE DON’T DEMAND ANYTHING.

      OBONGO DEMANDS FEALTY TO THE ENVIRO-WACKO RELIGION.

      ANNIHILATE THE COMMUNIST EPA.

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    4. too bad there is not a button to deactivate your comments.

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  7. is it just me is there ventilated seats for LT cloth trucks now? look at the picture of dash and its buttons

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    1. Why do people feel buttons are needed? The fact of the matter is that they are not needed! If drivers would take some time and review the owners manual (What a concept) they would realize that it’s not as impossible as they think it is!

      What the saying.

      STOP BEING A __________ DINOSAUR!

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      1. So, where do “we” get the owners manual for the 2019 Silverado Z71 Trail Boss?

        Have all this time on our hands!

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      2. How is wanting a safety feature being a dinosaur exactly? Who wants to have to screw around going through a bunch of stupid useless menus just to get the seat heaters working? You shouldn’t have to pull your vehicle over to get something as simple as that working. Buttons all the way!!!!!!

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    2. Really good observation there. Definitely a cooled seat button for the cloth. I wonder if that feature will make it into the final model as all these shown were pre-production. I’d be curious how they would make the cloth cooled

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      1. My guess is the fabric may be breathable and let the air pass through.

        No need to put holes in like leather with today’s fabrics. In fact 5hey may be even more effective with cloth.

        I have them in my truck and find them nicer than I expected.

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        1. So before cooled seats, the integrity of the leather upolstery was pure crap. So when you start punching holes in it, aren’t you giving the exploding seams and tears a head start?

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  8. Not so fast! it could be flowing air in the other direction through a charcoal filter!

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  9. Not sure , but from what I have heard is that once the engine is turned off and is put in ” P ” the system goes back to it’s default mode .
    At least GM is starting to give the driver the option to turn it off , in the XT5 it isn’t even noticeable unless you are watching the gauges which I need to stop doing .
    If you can get cooled seats now in cloth that would be cool , remember it was just a few years ago that the only way to get heated seats was to have leather .

    ” The original Zach ” ! Do I need to change my Name to Zach1 ?

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    1. Some systems are better than others.

      The Acadia 4 I drove was ok but the 4 cylinder had a shake in start up you would not have on a running engine. Not much you can do about it as it is the nature of a starting 4 cylinder. Same on the Buick I drove.

      A six and eight may be better?

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  10. Alex you are incorrect on the entire Cadillac line having a disable button. The XT5 does not have one for sure.

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  11. Why does the article assume that there are 3 more engine choices when GM has stated that 6 powertrains (engine + transimission) will be available? My guess is that there will be one more engine (smaller displacement than the 5.3) and a couple of the engines will have multiple transmission options. Perhaps reserving the 10 speed transmission for the 6.2 and diesel as upgrade options.

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  12. I’m not familiar with the tech but could it be as simple as pulling a fuse to defeat the system?

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    1. No

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  13. Kudos for GM listening on this. It sounds like they really want this truck to succeed.

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  14. Just wondering… My 2019 6.2 ltr… has the auto stop/start.. Whenever it stops the engine in idle, I see the oil pressure drop off to zero pressure until the engine is running again…. The thought of the oil pressure dropping to 0 and up again, makes me wonder if it could cause some pre-mature wear on certain parts of the engine… Maybe not??? I’ve been by-passing it for this reason…

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