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> I'm guessing bmw's hands are tied on that one I don't think there is a regulatory requirement to keep it enabled. I have a fresh one ('23) and it remembers m
by woobar 3y ago
> I'm guessing bmw's hands are tied on that one
I don't think there is a regulatory requirement to keep it enabled. I have a fresh one ('23) and it remembers my last selection. The previous one I had to code to force it remember my preference. If it is that annoying consider coding - it got ridiculously easy to do.
- aqfamnzc 3y agoWhat do you mean by coding?
- jacquesm 3y agoFlash or NVRAM configuration change using some CAN bus software (often manufacturer specific).
- woobar 3y agoThere are tools for BMWs (and Minis) that allow to override some settings and enable some features that are not offered on a specific market. You will need a ~$20 OBD cable and an app to code your changes. For instance, BimmerCode [1] has samples of what could be changed on their website. [1] https://bimmercode.app/ https://bimmercode.app/
- pentae 3y agoIt's to do with the EPA rating. If the car maker allows auto start/stop to be turned off permanently then the ratings agency will test the car again with it turned off then combine the two results into their score. Having a slightly worse EPA mileage across their fleets is probably bad for sales and pleasing governments