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Old 08-30-2005, 02:21 PM
nitramjr nitramjr is offline
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Default Re: Heat versus mileage on 2005 FEH

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Originally Posted by SAM Hybrid
Just got back from Phoenix (115 degress) and the FEH seemed very sluggish in the heat.
I have noticed that the mileage is a little lower in the real extreme heat. I have not noticed any loss in performance in the heat although what would make a difference is the air density, or density altitude. A real hot day in Phoenix (1,000' above sea level) could feel like 2000' or much more to your engine. Higher altitudes can really decrease performance.

What I have found that helps when using the a/c is to use the max a/c or recirc mode. This keeps the outside air out and lets the a/c compressor work less because you are only cooling already cool air. This will help your mileage some versus using the vented setting on the a/c.

Just remember to leave the knob set in one of the vented positions and/or leave some windows cracked when you park or you will have one hot car when you get back....

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