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#145 of 196 Re: Modify performance chip [talmy1] by tsy Apr 11, 2008 (7:25 am)
Replying to: talmy1 (Apr 11, 2008 5:58 am) Actually, you forgot about the regenerative braking, which in a sense is 'free' energy, or perhaps, recaptured energy that normally is wasted (turned into heat by your brakes). So some of that electrical energy is indeed 'free'.   I think the battery could be used more, and the car would get better fuel economy, but at the expense of battery life, which I'm sure Toyota doesn't want.   The car is perfectly capable of running just off the ICE (in fact, if you ever run the battery down this is precisely what the car does) and the car becomes a bit slower.   tom Replies to this message: spenbaba (Apr 12, 2008 1:32 pm) tsy (Apr 13, 2008 10:03 am) wvgasguy (Apr 14, 2008 3:55 am)
#146 of 196 Accessories and Modifications by n735xv Apr 11, 2008 (12:56 pm)
Has anyone installed a wood accent kit to the interior of a new Camry? If so, where did you buy the kit, what areas does the wood cover, and how difficult was it to install.   Thanks for the help
#147 of 196 Re: Modify performance chip [tsy] by spenbaba Apr 12, 2008 (1:32 pm)
Replying to: tsy (Apr 11, 2008 7:25 am) I have noticed on several occassions that I have run in electric mode for a mile or more at 25-30 mph on a flat, straight road (along the beach) and the battery has run down to about 25%, according to the pictogram. This has happened when I am very gentle with the accelerator. It also happened when I was stuck in bumper to bumper traffic for about an hour. I will be curious to see how this affects battery life since I heard it is best to keep the battery charged, like from 60-80 % or so. I was definitely outside that and the controls seemed to allow it. During these times, the mileage on the bar graph is maxed out. Replies to this message: tsy (Apr 13, 2008 10:03 am) wvgasguy (Apr 14, 2008 3:55 am)
#148 of 196 Re: Modify performance chip [saltyhacker] by wvgasguy Apr 12, 2008 (5:33 pm)
Replying to: saltyhacker (Apr 11, 2008 5:17 am) While running in EV mode indeed saves on gas it does require recharging and thus the ICE will eventually run to recharge it. However I don't worry about hitting the EV mode, it is most economical when driving around 50 mph on rolling roads where I can use the momentum down hills to run at a FE of 60+ and then use the battery in conjunction with the ICE on the slight grades. If there is more hp available than needed then the ICE will charge the battery then as well. I don't find 35 mph as being very effecient. 40 to 50 seems to work best for me if I don't have a lot of stops.   37.2mpg lifetime after 45,500 miles in the hills of WV
#149 of 196 Re: Modify performance chip [spenbaba] by tsy Apr 13, 2008 (10:03 am)
Replying to: spenbaba (Apr 12, 2008 1:32 pm) From what I understand, the battery graph we get is a bit deceptive. When it reads "0" the battery is actually at 50% (someone correct me if I'm wrong), thus keeping the battery in it's optimal range, and thus preserve battery life.   I'm sure as things improve so will the use of the batteries and we'll have higher mileage cars.   tom Replies to this message: wvgasguy (Apr 14, 2008 3:55 am)
#150 of 196 Re: Modify performance chip [tsy] by wvgasguy Apr 14, 2008 (3:55 am)
Replying to: tsy (Apr 13, 2008 10:03 am) You may be right on the 50%, but I thought the range of the graph was 40 to 80%. It's been so long since anyone has asked. It's in the earlier threads.   Bottom line though the batteries are never fully discharged (or anywhere near it). The computer is designed to kick in and out of this state to keep them in this range to provide the longest life.
#151 of 196 Aero drag from mudguards? by tbone0526 Apr 16, 2008 (6:42 pm)
I'm thinking I'd like to add the Camry mudguards to my new black TCH, however I'm not sure how far down or out they stick beyond the body or wheels. I'm wondering if anyone noticed any significant aero drag after installation?   I'm sure they would help keep a lot of the splash and rocks off the lower body panels, but is there much (if any) penalty to fuel mileage?
#152 of 196 Nav system by wingman Apr 17, 2008 (2:32 am)
I have an 07 Camry with Nav. We all know that when you start up the vehicle there is a warning message that comes up on the screen that you shouldn't try to input to the Nav while vehicle is in motion. Well, somehow while playing with the buttons I had managed to prevent this message from coming up. What comes up is the last thing that was there when I turned off the car. Normally I would be glad this happens but in two days I'm trading the Camry for a 08 Highlander Hybrid Limited with Nav and I don't know how to eliminate that annoying message.   Anybody know how?
#153 of 196 leather seat options by loves2read May 07, 2008 (11:11 am)
can someone explain to me the two options for leather seating on a TCH   one of them is 1300 option w/o heated seats and the other is a shade over 1400 w.o heated seats-- that is listed as separate C/C package is one for power seats and the other is not or is one for dealer installed seats?
#154 of 196 [possible navigation system] addition by craigetal May 15, 2008 (2:05 am)
I have had my '09 Hybrid for approx. 3 weeks now, and am more than quite impressed, and pleased, with almost every facet of it. When I took delivery, I truly didn't want the navigation system option - but... am now wondering [out of curiousity mostly] IF it could be added by the dealer at my first regular service appointment. And, if so, any detriment to the car as a whole? [damage to dash, etc].? Replies to this message: wingman (May 15, 2008 3:41 am) wvgasguy (May 15, 2008 11:18 am) plknj (May 16, 2008 2:33 pm) jcihak (May 19, 2008 3:46 am)

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