any Modifications for FEH?
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any Modifications for FEH?
Are there any Modifications for the FEH to help FE? I am new to this board. This is a great place to learn. Great site. I will now try to drive my FEH the correct way. 
I have been geeting 31mpg in the North GA.
I have been geeting 31mpg in the North GA.
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From: CT
Re: any Modifications for FEH?
Here's what I've done: (Not really mods, just tweaks)
BTW, welcome to the forum!
- Removed roof rack crossbars. I do alot of highway driving and this helps a little.<
- Installed ScanGuage. I don't have the Nav system so this helps me see what's going on and improves my driving for max efficiency.<
- Inflated tires to 44PSI. Lots of debate on this, so only inflate them as much as you are comfortable with.<
- Park in shade whenever possible in the warmer months. This reduces (or eliminates) the load on the AC when I get in to drive away. I also use a windshield shade when I there's no shade to park in and I have vent visors installed so I can leave the windows cracked and not worry about the rain.<
- Shift to 'L' when in town. This lets the ICE shut down when below 40MPH<
BTW, welcome to the forum!
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Re: any Modifications for FEH?
I was able to modify the Borla stainless steel cat-back exhaust system from my 2002 V-6 to fit my Hybrid. I would anticipate slightly better ICE performance and gas mileage once the truck's computer catches up with the change. Pus, it looks a lot nicer.
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Re: any Modifications for FEH?
'Shift to L when in town'
I never heard of this before? Is this written up somewhere or from experience? What is the impact on the engine for everyday off highway usuage. Any ideas?
I never heard of this before? Is this written up somewhere or from experience? What is the impact on the engine for everyday off highway usuage. Any ideas?
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Re: any Modifications for FEH?
Originally Posted by haskellf
'Shift to L when in town'
I never heard of this before? Is this written up somewhere or from experience? What is the impact on the engine for everyday off highway usuage. Any ideas?
I never heard of this before? Is this written up somewhere or from experience? What is the impact on the engine for everyday off highway usuage. Any ideas?
You haven't read the FAQ, have you?
Section II, Question 3, Answer 2. https://www.greenhybrid.com/learn/ar...faq.html/page4
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Joined: Mar 2006
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From: Los Angeles, CA
Re: any Modifications for FEH?
Yup, your right. But I have now and I have to say I'm soooo glad I found about the 'L' shift. I thought it was only for steep ascends and decends, now I know better.
Thanks and sorry about that
Thanks and sorry about that
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