gabrieldark10
Start Stop System Problems
Summary of the thread
The Start-stop system on a 2014 Mini Paceman was malfunctioning, with the system refusing to engage and the engine shutting off unexpectedly, accompanied by a warning light. The likely cause was identified as a heavily discharged or defective car battery, which was confirmed when replacing the ten-year-old factory-installed battery resolved the issue. The new battery restored the Start-stop system's functionality, confirming the initial suspicion.
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gabrieldark10 (community.author)
Interesting. The Mini Paceman still has its factory-installed car battery, so it's roughly ten years old. Was your Peugeot exhibiting similar issues like the error memory storing a fault and the warning light illuminating in the speedometer? Did you ever experience any issues with the automatic restart or the starter motor?
davidwolf18
Yep, the Peugeot displayed the same symptoms. Error messages galore, warning lights, and the start-stop simply refusing to cooperate. I'd say a new car battery is your best bet, but honestly, I'd just take it to a workshop to be sure. Could save you some headaches.
gabrieldark10 (community.author)
Just wanted to give an update. As suspected, it was indeed the car battery. A new one set me back 290€ including installation. The Start-stop system is now functioning as expected. Thanks for your input; it steered me in the right direction!
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davidwolf18
That sounds awfully familiar! I had a similar problem with my old Peugeot – the start-stop system would throw a fit and sometimes the engine would stall. Turned out the car battery was on its last legs. Does your Mini Paceman have the original battery? How old is it?