Can you turn off auto stop on Honda Passport?
Yes — you can disable Auto Start-Stop on the Honda Passport using the dedicated idle-stop-off switch. The system will stay off for the current drive until you restart the engine.
Auto Start-Stop is designed to save fuel by shutting the engine off when the vehicle is idling. On the Passport, you can temporarily disable it, though it may revert to its default ON setting after an ignition cycle or under certain driving conditions.
What is Auto Start-Stop and why it matters
Auto Start-Stop turns the engine off automatically when the Passport is stopped (for example, at a traffic light) and restarts it as soon as you touch the accelerator. This feature helps reduce fuel consumption and emissions in urban driving. Drivers who prefer continuous engine operation can disable it temporarily via a dedicated control.
How to disable Auto Start-Stop
To disable Auto Start-Stop, locate the idle-stop-off control. The steps below describe the typical method across recent Passport models; exact placement can vary by year and trim.
- Find the idle-stop-off switch, usually marked with a circular-arrow “A” symbol on the lower dash, near the steering wheel, or on the center console.
- Press the switch to turn Auto Start-Stop off. Your instrument cluster should display an indicator such as “Auto Idle Stop Off” or a similar confirmation.
- Continue driving as normal. With the indicator active, the engine will not shut down at stops during this drive.
- Be aware that the setting is often not permanent. It commonly resets to ON the next time you start the engine, so you may need to press the switch again on subsequent trips if you want to keep it off.
If you don’t see the expected behavior, consult your owner’s manual or your dealership, as the exact location of the control and the persistence of the setting can vary by model year and trim.
Potential caveats and tips
While you can disable Auto Start-Stop, there are several practical considerations to keep in mind. The system is designed to save fuel and reduce emissions, so disabling it may slightly impact fuel economy over the long term. In some driving conditions—such as very low battery charge, extreme temperatures, or when high electrical load is required—the vehicle may re-enable the system or prevent it from turning off.
- The idle-stop-off setting usually applies per drive and may reset after the ignition is turned off and back on.
- Some trims or software updates may influence how long the system stays disabled or how it displays confirmation on the instrument cluster.
- For maximum consistency, verify the indicator on the instrument cluster after pressing the switch and again after restarting the vehicle.
In case of questions or inconsistent behavior, contact Honda support or refer to the latest owner’s manual for your exact model year and trim.
Summary
Yes, you can temporarily disable Honda Passport’s Auto Start-Stop feature using the idle-stop-off button. The disablement tends to apply for the current drive and typically resets on the next ignition cycle, though exact behavior can vary by year and trim. Drivers should be aware of conditions that might override the setting and can rely on the instrument cluster indicator to confirm the system’s status. For persistent confirmation or troubleshooting, consult the vehicle’s manual or a Honda dealer.
