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LeakyTurnip · Oct 19th, 2007, 09:26 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by bobclive (original)

The auto start has stronger components I don`t think. The early mk2 mini did not have the auto start and I do not think BMW would put more costly parts into the later MK2.

I consider the auto start should default on off and then let the driver decide to switch it on if he felt it was necessary. Not only will the system put undue wear on the mechanics it will also shorten the life of the battery.

Glue it down or tape it down.

Bob.

It has a new Absorbant Glass Mat Battery (which the older 2nd Gen didn't have), it has a newly designed Stop/Start starter motor (which the older 2nd Gen didn't have), it has a new alternator which can disengauge when not required (which the older 2nd Gen didn't have), so it would seem that they did fit a lot of new parts!!!

If you don't want to use the system then either turn it off or don't take ouf foot of the clutch when stopped...easy!

As for putting Glue on the button, what a stupid idea.

Oct 19th, 2007, 09:26 AM	#12
LeakyTurnip Mull Fember Join Date: Jul 2007 Local Time: 10:45 AM Posts: 114 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by bobclive (original) The auto start has stronger components I don`t think. The early mk2 mini did not have the auto start and I do not think BMW would put more costly parts into the later MK2. I consider the auto start should default on off and then let the driver decide to switch it on if he felt it was necessary. Not only will the system put undue wear on the mechanics it will also shorten the life of the battery. Glue it down or tape it down. Bob. It has a new Absorbant Glass Mat Battery (which the older 2nd Gen didn't have), it has a newly designed Stop/Start starter motor (which the older 2nd Gen didn't have), it has a new alternator which can disengauge when not required (which the older 2nd Gen didn't have), so it would seem that they did fit a lot of new parts!!! If you don't want to use the system then either turn it off or don't take ouf foot of the clutch when stopped...easy! As for putting Glue on the button, what a stupid idea. 2007 Pepper White/Black - MINI Cooper D Complete with Go Faster 'Bonnet' Stripes!