Disable Auto Start/Stop FREE! FORD Vehicles. Nothing Will Annoy you More on the 2019 2021 Ranger!

[@SALTxTHExWOUND]

Dude you are a life saver! I have just over 600 miles on my 2021 ford ranger xlt and it was driving me crazy! I thought about just dealing with pushing the button everytime but I always seem to forget and then bam it shuts off, pretty annoying. Thank you 100x!

[@HowToHeaven]

Agreed, annoying! Thanks for watching!

[@markbillos6665]

Thx for the info, will look at my Maverick. Mark.

[@DavidAzua]

Same experience, my only other complaint is the low gear jumpy engine especially with the a/c on. Other than that I love the truck.

[@wizeguiz]

I have had my 2020 Ranger since Sept. and that "feature" was the most annoying thing I have experienced! It was a pain in the ass to remember to hit the off button every time I started it up! A big THANK YOU! Cheers!

[@HowToHeaven]

You ARE WELCOME! Trying to get the SECRET OUT, and thanks for watching my videos!

[@jimsanders4371]

I just bought a new 2022 Ford Ranger Lariat, I hate the stop start shit, your description on how to stop that feature was fantastic !! I just want to thank you Jim Sanders

[@HowToHeaven]

Thank you Jim! I think it is a great work around for always having to press that one time Ford auto start/stop cancel switch! Remember, if you tow, hook the plug back up as it may affect the tow function...per some of my viewers, then simply unplug it again, once you are done towing!

[@louiskoschmeder1043]

Oh my goodness. I just bought a 202 Explorer and this stop/start was driving me crazy. I feel so blessed to find this KZbin site and disable the goofy device on the Neg terminal. It is a little ore difficult on the Explorer, but it is doable. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. God Bless you

[@giiogil25]

Hi! What year is your explorer? I'm trying to disable the Start/Stop feature in my wife's 2020 explorer

[@HowToHeaven]

You are welcome, God Bless you too!

[@mauricebernardini1551]

Thank you very much, I tried it on my 2020 Ford Ranger T8. It works very well. What a relief to no longer press the button when getting into the car.

[@HowToHeaven]

You're welcome!

[@MrMauiWaui2]

Be carful this also turns off a lot of other stuff and puts a strain on the battery. Not worth it.

[@robertmcgee3602]

So I did it and it really worked, thanks for the video. I believe you're right that Connection is part of what they call the bms or battery monitoring system. It will alert and tell you if your battery is low and in need of replacement. I am about 60 years old and I have Gone most of my life without having a battery monitoring system and I don't really think I need one. Yes she run the risk of ending up with a dead battery somewhere but if you pay attention there are other signs to battery health that you can pick up on.

[@whitey4311]

geezus, fast forward to 6 minutes to get to the point. A 15 second video is all you need

[@HowToHeaven]

Please excuse the number of hours researching this prior to making the discovery for myself. You offer a very self centered perspective. Happy motoring!

[@captainbongwater7790]

He needs to hit a certain amount of time in order to monetize the video, there’s like three ads. Just skip to the end.

[@HowToHeaven]

@@captainbongwater7790 Thank you for your support.

[@crazycomments8038]

Hey man it is free! What else do you want besides him going to your house and doing it for you?

[@HowToHeaven]

I try and make my videos complete, so that every one can understand what I am doing. You obviously are well versed, and I would recommend that you fast forward to YOUR comfort/understanding level. Thank you for watching HowToHeaven.

[@tonyrodriguez8523]

Thanks for saving me the pain of trying to remember to push the disable button every time I start my Ranger, your the Ranger King.

[@armandob5227]

That has been bugging me for the last 14 months, Ill disconnect ASAP! You’re a life saver!! Thank you..

[@zoranvrzovski]

Thanks for the advice I did it to my Ford Edge st

[@HowToHeaven]

You are welcome, thanks for watching and commenting, I am sure that it will help others!

[@oucimarlozano2384]

Thank you! Only 1500 miles on my Ranger and I was so annoyed about this start stop thing !

[@mrjimmy48]

I have heard about how this autostart/stop ruins starters but have Yet to see or heard of anyone having such a problem. As they say,,,show me the bodies. THAT being said this video is great. I hate the auto/off and on function as it is a PITA. So I followed the instructions here in and did the deed. I have to say it took longer to watch the video than it did to apply what I saw. GREAT HELP. With that in mind I looked at my 2020 Explorer. Guess What ? It also has this same little plug on the battery cable. NOW it is disabled on that to. Thanks so much for the Help. Amen

[@HowToHeaven]

Your welcome and thanks for letting us know that it worked on your 2020 Explorer too!

[@ronsrailroad7176]

Will this work on a 2024 Ford Maverick 2.0 ecoboost?

[@HowToHeaven]

Only way to find out is to try it. I know that many people have commented that this method will cause issues, but I didn't have any! It's so simple that you should try it and see, but please comment so others may learn from your efforts!

[@8tchtrain]

I disabled mine by plugging a little nightlight used in my bathroom into the 120 volt outlet between the seats in back of the console. If the light has a light sensor make sure you block it out with tape to make sure it stays on. Don't worry, the outlet shuts off when the car shuts off.

[@alexmcmullin6649]

This works? It will disable if that port is in use? I have a Ford Escape and don’t want to pay 500 for a freaking new battery. If the auto stop shit isn’t there it costs 150

[@ddroz23]

Yes, I heared similar thing. Or get a broken ac/dc convert plug or remove the fuse or . That way it senses power and wont kill the motor. @@alexmcmullin6649

[@ddroz23]

Just tried it with a nightlight. 100% works!!! lol!!! If the light is plugged in the Auto start/stop is disabled. Turn the Truck off and the Nightlight tuns off so💯💯. Best mod ever!!

[@youtubehatestruthtellers8065]

Don't have that plug in my 2019 f150 xl

[@jkhaza1]

Thank you!!! Bought a used 2020 Ranger last month and this was driving me nuts.

[@HowToHeaven]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@jeffchancey4273]

TY ! TY! TY! I CANNOT BELIEVE HOW EASEY THIS WAS FOR SUCH AN ANNOYING THING. I'VE HAD MY 2019 RANGER SINCE 9/2019 AND JUST FOUND THIS OUT.

[@HowToHeaven]

Glad I could help! Thank you for watching HowToHeaven.

[@dannypruitt8264]

Thanks for the info, best thing I could have found on you tube today. Works perfect on my 2020 Ford Ranger

[@HowToHeaven]

I was hoping that you would say the best thing you could have found on KZbin today was my channel, but I will accept your thanks!

[@WTFaquaman]

I appreciate this so much I was literally about to buy one of those auto start/stop devices that you connect to the obd port for 100ish bucks but now I don’t have to!

[@HowToHeaven]

You're welcome, so since you saved the $ how about subscribing to my channel as a token? Thanks for watching!

[@stevenrcrosby1805]

I now fell back in love with my 2019 Ford Ranger xlt again as The stupid start stop feature was not mentioned to me when I bought the vehicle. Every time I get back in to my truck and I no longer worry about my starter about my motor destroying itself as whenever it shut off the oil pressure also drops while there may be residual oil on the internal workings of my motor, I no longer have that problem it took me a whopping point five seconds to disconnect and neatly tuck it away where I don’t even have to look at the connector again. Thank you my friend you’ve got a loyal friend for life and subscriber. God bless you my friend, and I wish you all the success in the world in your Futureendeavors

[@matthewdorsey7830]

Awesome. I can't believe you don't have a million views and 100k thumbs up.

[@michaeldennis9589]

Thank you so much sir! I have a 2021 ranger tremor and that on off is TOTAL BS..YOUR THE MAN 🤠

[@HowToHeaven]

Thank you, and thanks for watchin!

[@kenute876]

You just made my driving world a better and more comfortable place😁 thank you👌

[@HowToHeaven]

Thanks for watching, happy to help, I know it drove me crazy (pun intended)!

[@erroneus00]

Does not work for my 2022 Ford Maverick. I mean it probably functions right but the problem is this: Big Red "Charging System (new line) Service Soon" message appears repeatedly and never goes away. There might be a Forscan method of hiding that error report but the fact is, it seems Ford caught onto this method and decided to annoy the driver/owner. I have an "eco mode" I'd also like to set as default but can't do that either without some janky solution. I don't know how expensive the "bus insertion" method is (I guess I will look) but that would appear to be the only way. What is "bus insertion"? That's what that not-free device is. It interfaces with the engine/car communications network bus. The OBD2 talks on that bus as does everything else. This "thing in the middle" device just adds a pass-thru in-line device that sends the signal that is the same as the start/stop signal from the button for auto-start-stop. I did get the "ASS disabled" (Auto-Start-Stop) symbol though... just the big red warning as well. Not clean... I would expect if you updated your system control firmware, you might get this message as well.

[@rcud1]

I was just looking at the Ford Ranger. You sir, deserve a Nobel Peace Prize! I had a rental Ford car that had this feature and hated it. ugh.

[@HowToHeaven]

Thank you, I will accept the nomination!

[@kalealana]

Just bought my XLT sport yesterday, bout to go back to the dealership but I saw your video. Thank you.

[@HowToHeaven]

You're welcome. Please note that commenters have added valuable info to this easily reversible mod! Thanks for watching.

[@georgehiebert9552]

Hey I appreciate your video I also have a 2020 ford ranger always wondered how to get a bypass from the auto stop and start but now I know thank you very much

[@nightflh4999]

The two wires that you disconnected is to your BMS which is your battery monitor sensor. I am not sure that's a good thing to do, you may overcharge your battery or under charge it. I have to do some reach on this. How is your battery? I would think just pulling the fuse to that component would be safer for your battery. Did you connect a OBD2 scanner to see what happens. I just ordered one to pull codes. did your battery light come on? Thanks for the video it was good. It got me thinking.

[@HowToHeaven]

I owned the Ranger for 8 months with NO battery problems. It's a ground sensing wire, I am sure it tells the computer that the charges is sufficient to restart the engine, thereby making it ok to shut the engine off. When you disconnect that wire, the computer won't shut the engine off. It is NOT a charging wire. Read through the comments, this is a safe method of disabling the Auto Start/Stop feature and is easily returned to factory specs! Thanks for watching!

[@TheRealist-666]

@@HowToHeaven The reserach I did said that disconnecting that sensor also disables the entire BMS. BMS is used to monitor the altenator charge for the battery. I want to disable auto stop, but an fearful of also disabling BMS.

[@panamacitybeachbum]

Works! Just did my 2019 Ranger.

[@ssoth1762]

Thank you!!! Auto start/stop is the most annoying feature about my ranger. Not anymore. Thank you again.

[@HowToHeaven]

You are welcome, glad I could help! Thanks for watching HowToHeaven

[@ShadeTreeKennyT]

Thank you for this video.

[@X19-x5f]

Thanks Brother! You saved my sanity. I just bought a $138 Module from Range Technology and it didn't work on my 2021 XLT Ranger! They neglected to tell me that it only works for the F-150. I found your video just as I was reaching the depths of despair and I'm deeply grateful! As a side note, the auto start/stop feature is the worst example of corporate overreach and virtue signaling that I have ever seen. It's no different than having someone reach into your car and turn off the ignition when you're at a stop light. Shame on ford for letting the marketing guys take them over the cliff. And shame on the cowardly engineers who didn't push back on management when they first proposed this stupid idea. I would not have purchased a ford had I known of the start/stop feature. On a happier note, I'm subscribing to your channel based on this video alone, and I look forward to your other vids.

[@HowToHeaven]

I totally agree on all fronts! Thank you for the compliments, and for subscribing! Check out my latest video if you are into cars (Tucson Cars & Coffee 9/4/21)

[@erroneus00]

Yes it has to be for the model of your vehicle. The "thing in the middle" is inserted into your car's communications network. The messages are often unique to the model of the vehicle. So the start/stop device IDs for different cars and trucks will be different. For example, I have a Ford Maverick. I wouldn't expect the F150 thing to work in my Maverick for this reason. It basically works like >> Push button, the button talks to the network "Hi I'm the ASS button (auto-start-stop) on the Ford Maverick [device ID 12345] and I just disengaged my ASS." This is what the device "remembers." It remembers that it sends a "disengage" or "engage" message to the car communication network bus. There may be a way, using forscan, to make the F150 device work! I recall a video where a guy installed an upgraded temp control device and it didn't work until he went into forscan and changed the device ID for the temp control device. Then the device worked fine. I imagine you could do the same thing by telling your system the ASS button ID is that of the F150 and it too will begin to work. Now, what that device ID is, I don't know. There are F150 owners out there who could probably ID what forscan settings are needed to make that change. But the device is essentially "spoofing the ASS button" or probably directing a specific mode setting (not a toggle) somehow. Alternatively, the seller of the F150 device might also be able to help you reprogram the thing for your model so that it spoofs the device you have.

[@shanghaibois]

Awesome video man! Saved me so much frustration, i wrapped the tip so it'll be nice and clean if i ever need to plug it back.

[@robertdavis3433]

I have a 2018 Edge 2.0 .If I disconnect it will it work for this car? Thank you

[@HowToHeaven]

Try it, if it acts differently, just reconnect it, you WON'T break anything by trying!

[@jimsinnovations2737]

Im going to try this tomorrow in my 22 ford escape hopefully its thr same way looks like it but wr will see.ty so much i was gonna buy one of those obd2 plugs thanks agsin

[@HowToHeaven]

You're welcome, and if it works, post back here so that others can benefit! Thanks for watching.

[@timwise106]

The night light trick is a much better idea. Disconnecting the connector this video recommends actually disables your entire battery monitoring system (BMS). 😮😮😮This can result in getting stranded without warning! BMS is super important in newer vehicles with so many different loads on the battery.

[@erroneus00]

What is the "night light" trick?

[@someguy4476]

Exaclty. Like what if you have something plugged in and actually want the systems to shut down to make sure you can start…

[@JavonR123]

Yep came here to say this. That cable is for the BMS and serves several functions. Just spend 100 bucks for an auto start stop eliminator.

[@Geo-ne2zt]

How long has this been disconnected from your truck and does it hurt anything

[@HowToHeaven]

Sold the truck, but had it disconnected for months, with no issues or warning lights.

[@bobbyhoward8568]

Wow why did you take so damn long to get to the point when i purchased my 2020 Ford Ranger the auto start-stop was already disconnected from the battery when i asked the dealer about it he just smiled at me 😎

[@pedalsteelguitarjazzbebop4889]

WORKS. Love'ya Man! 2018 Lincoln Navigator... desanoyed!

[@HowToHeaven]

Thanks!

[@SP-ql9mr]

Hi Will this mess up my battery charging system please let me know thanks

[@orlandoduran7740]

today i learned my 2022 didnt come with auto start/stop, im so glad lol i hated it on my f150 , i was reading because of the chip shortage that they started no putting it on

[@robgiddy4626]

Same on my 2022.

[@telecaster305]

I noticed if you have something plugged into the rear 110v outlet it’s automatically disabled 👍🏼👍🏼

[@HowToHeaven]

That is most likely because a 110v accessory will drain the battery, and Ford wouldn't want you to have auto stop prevent you from completing your journey.

[@trekingusa104]

Another thing is it will save your turbo (ecoboost) the turbo can get hot and shutting down a turbo quickly hot will damage it. Also why we should let our engines warm up before driving in the cold. Sudden temperature changes will damage turbos.

[@HowToHeaven]

An excellent point!! When the engine shuts down, especially after hard acceleration, the turbo may still be spinning and turning off the engine increases the likely hood that the bearing may not get enough oil, which will wear the turbo bearings quicker. Thanks for watching HowToHeaven

[@michaelmartin3026]

Brilliant solution with one caveat… the battery warning light comes on and stays on which is almost as irritating as the start/stop, but not quite. Such an obnoxious feature could only be the product of big gov.

[@lucashack5318]

This is next level information. Get this man a metal! Thank you!

[@mikeprinvale7556]

Lifesaver for the most annoying feature of my new truck Thankyou x 10000

[@HowToHeaven]

My pleasure, thanks for watching HowToHeaven!

[@AlleywayTile]

Just did this to a brand new 2021 ranger. Works perfect. No light even came on. Thank you very much

[@HowToHeaven]

You are welcome, thanks for watching HowToHeaven!

[@yogie3235]

Did it to my ford explorer it worked thank you for the video

[@HowToHeaven]

You are welcome, thanks for watching!

[@bobbyhoward8568]

Cool thank you very much my friend thumbs up to you i just subscribed

[@elliotsmith127]

Thanks for this!!! I've had that feature on many a rental car and have hated it. I am taking delivery of a new 2021 Ranger this weekend and knew that I would want this gone, but assumed I'd have to buy one of the OBD2 connectors. Thanks to you, I don't have to! That said, a lot of people are complaining about "government overreach." I'm confused by this as some people want this and it does provide some value (depending on how you drive and where you drive). The "problem" is not the feature, just that Ford did not create a setting to disable it for the situations where there is no (or a negative) value for the owner.

[@HowToHeaven]

Valid point! I look at it as a cost benefit analysis. I don't think the wear and tear and replacement cost on the starter is worth the gas savings! It is also an inconvenience. Thanks for watching!

[@HowToHeaven]

Yes, you are correct that some people may want this, however for me, I would gladly trade the fuel savings of this feature for the cost of a new starter and the labor $ to replace that starter!

[@elbeboboys]

Well done amigo.....what about the Horne ? When you go to convenencie store ...is really cold this time in idaho ...you leave the car and door shutts and BEP.BEP...what i been doing doing if i have passenger in my truck im just leave the keys inside ...or no body in my truck im just don't shut my truck all the way.....gracias amigo ...hello from boise idaho

[@Nightwarden33]

I HATE hate hate that feature. Thank you so much

[@HowToHeaven]

You are so so so welcome! Thanks for watching my videos.

[@Gomjabbar28]

any issues after this?

[@bigmike93931]

Thanks!!! Do u have info on retrieving the door code on a truck with a key ignition?

[@HowToHeaven]

Sorry, I didn't have that accessory. Some of those keypads that mount on the door actually use a battery!

[@Nine_Lives79]

i hope it wont be a problem in the future if thats unplugged there specially in a -40 winter weather.

[@wrecktv]

I was waiting to buy a mod for this. But you saved me the money. Thank you very much!

[@HowToHeaven]

You're welcome, thank you for watching!

[@johnmccann-tu3hn]

can you do this the same way on 2020 lincoln corsair

[@todddewell6314]

Man!! Your the best!!! Thank you as I was considering a auto start/stop eliminator

[@HowToHeaven]

Glad I could help, thanks for watching my videos!

[@michaelb489]

Does the app still work to start your truck?

[@HowToHeaven]

Sorry, I no longer have the Ranger.

[@Scalyscales]

Unfortunately, F Transit 2022 this does not work, our terminals are ran differently, any ideas?

[@HowToHeaven]

Sorry, I have no information on the Ford Transit line of vehicles.

[@Scalyscales]

@@HowToHeaven thanks for your response!

[@dale2605]

I'm gonna unplug mine for sure , Also can't seem to take out my back light so I can splice a light to my brake light . mine is a 2019 ranger lariat FX4

[@humbertoornelas4352]

I would like you to help me with a problem I have with my 2022 ford ranger because when I stop and release the brake it feels like it hits when the gear is engaged I don't know if it's right or not because it's a new truck

[@HowToHeaven]

Your vehicle is under warranty and you should take it to a Ford dealer, they won't charge you!

[@ikroops.grover5708]

Hey Man does this work for Ford- Transit- 150 Eecoboost??

[@eddiefralix3502]

Man I Appreciate this ! Thanks for Sharing!

[@bradbarefoot2986]

OK ... will this simple unplug work on the Maverick w/the eco-boost engine? Saw the same type of plug on it's battery? If so that's great ! Thanks.

[@HowToHeaven]

Easiest way to determine that is to try it. You won't damage anything and you can just plug it in if it doesn't work for you. Many people have commented on other Ford models that this worked for them. Give it a shot, and please write back to others may benefit from your comments! Thanks

[@davidschmiedeler3608]

This certainly works but my 2024 shows a 12 Volt Charge System Fault on my dash lights up. Goes away when plugged back in.

[@dermeister000]

I have Kuga/Escape 2020 and I wonder is it work or not... Does anyone knows? please answer

[@HowToHeaven]

Since this mod will do nothing permanent, try it! All you are doing is disconnecting a ground signal!

[@RougeShadow199]

Thank you I was about to buy an OBD device for two vehicles. This worked on my 2019 Ranger and my 2019 F150. I know it's petty to complain about pushing a button every time but It can get annoying.

[@HowToHeaven]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching

[@mrpete222]

Hello, it’s Mr. Pete. Your videos are very well done and the editing is excellent. That is how I fixed my Toyota. However there was a price to pay. I get a big warning on the dashboard that I cannot get rid of. And the warning covers A lot of the other information on the dashboard. No good deed goes on punished. Ford had a better idea. I am surprised that this feature does not seem to bother most people. I can tell that it annoys you, as much as it annoys me. Happy new year.

[@HowToHeaven]

It's Great to hear from you! You really do care about your viewers! Thanks for the comment!

[@Leatherkid01]

Most gearheads are annoyed by the feature.... most non car people and tree huggers put up with it 🙄🤦🏼‍♂️

[@jeffomspaugh6691]

This method disables the battery management system and trailer lights sysrem. I like the jump wire method better.

[@HowToHeaven]

To each his own! Or you can simply reconnect the plug if you are pulling a trailer and enjoy!

[@jersonmoran2049]

What’s the jumó wire method?

[@jeffomspaugh6691]

@@jersonmoran2049 jump wire on the back of the switch simulates pushing the button as soon as you start the engine

[@dhswede]

Does that disable the battery monitoring system as well?

[@HowToHeaven]

I no longer have the 2020 Ranger, but you should be able to look at your dash and see if the amp meter is working. After doing this mod, I did NOT have any warning or CEl lights on.

[@MikeR55]

Yes it does

[@donktec]

Neat, though you have just disconnected the battery monitor. The vehicles doesn't know the battery state of charge anymore, so it just keeps running the engine to maintain charge. No issue there, but if the battery is losing charge you won't know and the vehicle can't implement battery saver strategy.

[@HowToHeaven]

Yes, but it's a choice you have to make. The charging system will maintain the battery charge as in any car, but the computer can't monitor it, which is why the computer disables the auto stop/start function. I have been told in the comments that it may affect towing although it is simply a matter of reconnecting it whey you tow. The way I looked at it, if you have a battery issue, then it will be apparent and easy to diagnose, whether you reconnect the monitor or not the battery saver strategy isn't going to change that it just prolongs a dead battery condition.

[@pete673]

Good information but the video is 9:48 long and could be cut down to about 1 minute

[@mauricebernardini1551]

Thanks you for your vidéo. Hi of France Island of Corsica

[@BruceCampbell42]

2020 Edge ST - Works so far - Thank you

[@HowToHeaven]

You're welcome, was my video on this solution, easy to find?

[@jesselemar7157]

I wonder if all vehicles with the auto start stop tech has this clip to the battery? Thanks for the info!

[@HowToHeaven]

You're welcome! I wonder too!

[@jesselemar7157]

@@HowToHeaven I checked on my wife's 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee and she had the same wire connected to her battery. I unplugged it and now no more Auto/start stop!

[@HowToHeaven]

@@jesselemar7157 Thank you for commenting and for the information on the Jeep battery wire and auto start/stop information! I hope that other people see your comment! Thanks for watching!

[@bradbarefoot2986]

One other question, my neighbor has a '22 Buick Encore GX ... it doesn't have the quick connect, but an extra ground wire with a small bolt on the negative cable ... will that by chance do like your Ranger did?

[@elburro75]

There is another guy on utube that has his son disconnect a wire that is on the driver side in the cab on the left side where there is a block with a bunch of leads and I have a 2019 xlt that I did this a few years ago. Not sure if its the same wire that goes to the switch inside the cab. I wish I had the link to where he tells his son to pull the wire and no more start stop. I heard that if you have one of those fancy Lariats or higher model there might be some issue but thy were either taking that module off completely off the battery or just doing what this guy did. But I dont tow so I dont know if that would effect that option on my xlt. But so far eveything works like it should and its been a few years since I pulled that wire out. The block of wires is on the driver side and I wish that I could remember the color anyway its night ti,e and its cold so im not going outside to look sorry. but see if you can google or search on utube for the guy that had his son pull the wire remember its for Ford F150s...

[@HowToHeaven]

Mine was a Lariat, I didn't notice anything otherwise, I would have put that information in the video. All I know is that I did it on video and it worked, others who comment say some other effects are possible, however I haven't seen any videos. Sometimes I get trolls, I take them with a grain of salt or less!

[@atan0725]

I did this in my ‘21 Explorer and it says “charging system service soon”. 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️ What does it mean?

[@HowToHeaven]

Just plug it back in, probably won't work for you unless you don't mind that warning light. charging system service soon is Ford's warning for something wrong in your charging system, probably from losing the ground connection (the thing you unplugged). Mod probably won't work for you, thank you Ford!

[@mixxmastr]

Yes this works BUT, be advised, this also takes out the REMOTE START feature. IF you don't have it all good, but if you DO and you like your REMOTE START more than you hate start-stop this fix may not be for you. Even though I don't use the remote start very often, this was still a deal breaker. Mine 2017 Fusion SE. Other years, other models, try it, then check to see if remote start still works.

[@HowToHeaven]

Only the remote start on the APP, not on your Key FOB!

[@pmaint1]

@mixxmastr My remote starter still works after unplugging it.

[@mixxmastr]

but the "start/stop" definitely DID "go away"? all I'm saying is on my 2017 SE the remote start was also gone, no coincidence, because it returned when I plugged back in @@pmaint1

[@generalleeeleven]

I've to go to 6.28 but it work on 2016 2. 2 Ranger! Thanks a lot

[@crazycomments8038]

You just saved me $100 Thank you!!!!

[@HowToHeaven]

You're welcome and thanks for watching!

[@raystilley1633]

Awesome Thanks 2022 ranger 🙏

[@HowToHeaven]

You're welcome and thanks for watching and commenting on my video!

[@tommy2714]

Side Note, It works on my 2020 F150 XLT. 👍

[@mrdonsmith]

It appears that you have the Lariat trim, so you might have remote start capability. If so, if you remote start your truck on a cold morning and the truck is set to Auto climate, do both your seat heater lights come on with the three bars when you press the brake and hit your Start button? Only my left seat warmer light and bars comes on but not for the right seat even though I can feel that the right seat also warmed up during the remote start. I'm trying to find if this is normal. Even when my wife is sitting in the right seat when I hit the start button while the truck is running due to being started remotely, still on the left seat light and bars turn on. Normal?

[@HowToHeaven]

Unfortunately, I no longer have that 2020 Ranger Lariat, so I won't be able to help, but I am sure that your local Ford Dealer may be able to help, and if they can't...test drive one and test it yourself! Thanks for watching!

[@KM-db2hc]

Thanks man it's really works 👍

[@wolfgangweiss4670]

Hi i did this on my 2022 edge and it puts a code in the BCM ,the dealer found it because I complained that the charging message comes on when you start the engine and to cancel it I have to press the ok button on the left steering wheel switch, that would be ok but under warranty they will find codes and could charge you. food for though

[@HowToHeaven]

Yes, food for thought, however I have no idea how they would prove it didn't just fall off. Thanks for watching

[@gabrieltovar68]

Wow!!!! This really works!!! I hate the auto start stop on my Ranger. I was able to disable the feature in seconds!!! Thank you so much for the free how to video, what a life saver!!!

[@HowToHeaven]

With all the FAKE tiktoks and videos, you must have had some doubts, but it WORKS!!! Thanks for watching my videos!

[@phillipduncan8616]

Thanks so much, I have just done this to my 2021 Everest BaseCamp in Australia. love the car, but HATE this feature.

[@HowToHeaven]

You are welcome mate! Thank for watching and also letting us know that it works for Australian Fords too!

[@meriah7447]

I'm going to try this on my 2020 Explorer ST! I hope it has the same plug

[@HowToHeaven]

I would bet $ that it does, I know of other vehicles that Ford produces that have this same plug!

[@louiskoschmeder1043]

My car is a 2020 explorer. I did disconnect the BMS cable and yes the start/stop function ceased. Reading more about the BMS function I decided it was not wise to leave the cable disconnected. However, after reconnecting the cable I find that the auto start/stop is no longer automatic, I.e., on the screen when I stop, there is an A with a diagonal line through it. And, no engine shut down. What I don’t know is whether the BMS is functioning or not.

[@bloodontherisers3919]

It works! You’re my hero!!

[@HowToHeaven]

Thanks, this is really a little known secret, pass this video on!!

[@joshua__1207]

Mines still on it says so on the dash still it’s 2020 ranger not sure what to do

[@HowToHeaven]

Sorry, I sold my Ranger several years ago, so I can't try and duplicate your issue on my Ranger! Good luck!

[@kenoconnell9877]

Great info I just got a Ford Thunder and have already carried out your tip. many thanks Ken From the UK

[@HowToHeaven]

You are quite welcome! Thank you for watching my videos!

[@karl3838]

Thanks for the info my man.

[@HowToHeaven]

You're welcome, thanks for watching!

[@davidlovell4390]

Guday from DownUnder, Thank you , TOP TIP!

[@HowToHeaven]

You are welcome, mate! Thanks for watching HowToHeaven

[@seeyawouldntwannabeya347]

I want to do this but I am wondering if disconnecting that wire also sends a low battery signal to the charging system causing the battery to overcharge and fail.

[@HowToHeaven]

Nope.

[@bladimirgenoves1080]

I'm about to try it as well. Thanks You, bro

[@aaronm9478]

There's a feature in the cluster menu to disable that...but it's like the button, it doesn't keep it disabled when you shut off and restart the truck.

[@dayflyer4907]

I disabled stop/start from menu and it does keep it disabled even after starting and stopping. Just my experience.

[@MrGerryoc]

It also turns off smart charging which causes a service charging system code

[@benwintle73]

Is this a bad thing?

[@grahamhannaford9917]

That's right it is a battery sensor. I followed your steps and about three days later had several warnings come up on my Ford App. I then had to book it in with a dealer. In short your hack works but it stuffs up the App.

[@HowToHeaven]

Just plug it back in.

[@faisalalbelali9111]

Is there any side effects ?

[@HowToHeaven]

None from me or any of my viewers!

[@clarencewhite2314]

BUCCU THANKS...FOR INFORMING ME as to HOW TO DEACTIVATE THE AUTO START/STOP. THAT SYSTEM IS IN MY 2022 FORD RANGER LARIAT FX 4 and is A PAIN IN THE ASS...ABSOLUTE. YOU are TRULY a GODSEND BECAUSE I WAS LOOKING FOR a way toTURN IT OFF...PERIOD. THANKS.

[@HowToHeaven]

You are welcome!