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#107 of 143 Re: Drive by wire throttle [fitluver] by jkandell Apr 10, 2007 (4:23 pm)
Replying to: fitluver (Apr 03, 2007 7:17 pm) "Throttle by wire" means that instead of a mechanical connection between the pedal and engine valves, like a cable, the signal is measured electronically (with sensors) and then relayed via a microchip to ecu and to the engine. Supposedly this is more efficient because the computer can synthesize various data and control the engine in the best way. I'm not sure what noise you're hearing, it's probably not connected to the throttle. Could it be the tires? The Fit's a pretty noisy car. The throttle by wire uses DC motors to move the valves, so maybe that's what you're hearing. The engine doesn't adjust to the type of road per se, but the computer synthesizes throttle, rpm, gear, and other factors, so perhaps a different road surface changes the traction and requires more engine. Replies to this message: fitluver (Apr 10, 2007 8:19 pm)
#108 of 143 Re: Drive by wire throttle [jkandell] by fitluver Apr 10, 2007 (8:19 pm)
Replying to: jkandell (Apr 10, 2007 4:23 pm) "Throttle by wire" means that instead of a mechanical connection between the pedal and engine valves, like a cable, the signal is measured electronically (with sensors) and then relayed via a microchip to ecu and to the engine. Supposedly this is more efficient because the computer can synthesize various data and control the engine in the best way. I'm not sure what noise you're hearing, it's probably not connected to the throttle. Could it be the tires? The Fit's a pretty noisy car. The throttle by wire uses DC motors to move the valves, so maybe that's what you're hearing. The engine doesn't adjust to the type of road per se, but the computer synthesizes throttle, rpm, gear, and other factors, so perhaps a different road surface changes the traction and requires more engine.   Actually it COULD be the drive by wire throttle.   When I pull out of my driveway, and straighten up the steering wheel as I begin to engage the engine to move forward on the straightaway, it revs up and adjusts (settles back down).   The exact same thing happens when I am pulling out of my parking space at work and straighten the wheel.   It happens basically when I go from park/no motion, to straightening the wheel on the level surface/straightaway.   It ALSO happens when I am pulling into same (pulling onto gravel driveway with a pretty good cut of the steering wheel, or, pulling into gravel parking lot at a pretty good turn.)   It happens so consistantly. It revs, then settles once i am "on solid ground" so to speak.   It MIGHT even do it after making a left or right at a regular stop, when I straighten wheel up to drive but I haven't paid THAT close attention.   Can someone else pay close attention to their MT at times like these? (ie solid turns such as parking/pulling out of a parking spot, driveway etc?)   Let me know?   I have a friend that just bought same car and I might ask to borrow her car for a quickie. It might give me peace of mind.
#109 of 143 Automatic trans revving by jacinta Oct 22, 2007 (10:09 am)
I can drive both an AT and MT. I bought an AT sport. I feel like it is sluggish after it shift into third. When I press on the gas it revvs and the fuel meter drops. I am only getting 28 mpg. Should I take it to the dealer?
#110 of 143 Rought Shift between 1st and 2nd by jtbryant12 Nov 20, 2007 (9:04 pm)
I just bought an AT Sport a week ago. While stuck in bumper to bumper traffic on the highway, the car seemed to shift a bit rough going from first to second and then back to first. My top speed (~15-20mph) seemed to be at the shift point but it still felt real jerky to me. Has anyone else experienced this? I'm going to mention it to my dealer when I get a chance but just wanted to know if this was common.
#111 of 143 it's common by fitman548 Nov 21, 2007 (1:59 pm)
if you are in 2nd at congested traffic speeds, and just let off the gas, it will jerk a bit, just like a manual transmission. I've found that easing off the accelerator helps elminate that.
#112 of 143 After Market Cruise for the FIT by hcfinley Jan 20, 2008 (10:51 am)
I plan to buy a 2007 fit, and was told by a salesperson that I could buy after market cruise control for the vehicle. I read one post here and the answer seemed to be sidetracked by the "throttle by wire" discussion.   Does anyone know the simple answers to these Q's?   1) Is it possible to install after market cruise control for the Fit base model?   2) How much will it likely cost?   3) Any recommended companies I should seek out?   4) Does the after market cruise void any factory warranty ?   5) Any downside of buying a 2007 vs. 2008 fit?   MANY thanks! Replies to this message: clewis3 (Mar 15, 2008 11:08 am) feddup (Jun 30, 2008 4:34 am)
#113 of 143 Re: Fit Auto Transmission Noises [scub] by twa727 Jan 23, 2008 (8:00 pm)
Replying to: scub (Jul 08, 2006 1:19 pm) Our fit has the same exact click you describe. We have 36K on ours, so I don't think its anything to worry about at all.
#114 of 143 WEIRD Noise like an old Horn when shifting by eli8 Jan 31, 2008 (10:29 am)
hi i have a 2007 and every time i drive the car, as i drive forward when the car shifts from 1st to 2nd (automatic)i hear this Horn like sound...it sounds like an old horn on a Model T ford or an old jalopy. I kid you not...it does it every time and now if i stop quickly and the car shifts down, it makes the same noise only louder...it is increasing. Also did it once downshifting around a corner.   anyone had this problem????
#115 of 143 Cruise Control on Fit Base by clewis3 Mar 15, 2008 (11:01 am)
I am seconding the question by hcfinley on 1/20/08.   Does anyone know if the Base Fit can have Cruise Control added after purchase? I don't believe that Honda will do it, but am wondering about other options and how good they would be.    I want to buy the Base Fit because it has slightly higher clearance than the Sport and I drive occasionally on very rough roads. Not a lot, but often enough that I can imagine the lower trim of the Sport being ripped off by some of the bumps and potholes that take you by surprise.   I suppose the other solution is to have the lower trim removed rather than repaired if it gets damaged.   Any suggestions about the Cruise Control? And/or any feedback on either model and how they do on rough roads?   Thanks! Replies to this message: jacksan1 (Mar 15, 2008 11:12 am) clewis3 (Mar 15, 2008 8:07 pm)
#116 of 143 Re: After Market Cruise for the FIT [hcfinley] by clewis3 Mar 15, 2008 (11:08 am)
Replying to: hcfinley (Jan 20, 2008 10:51 am) hcfinley, did you ever find out the answer to your after market cruise control questions? I have exactly the same questions. I really prefer the base Fit but must have cruise control.   clewis3 Replies to this message: feddup (Jun 30, 2008 4:34 am)

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