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40 messages, Last post on Mar 12, 2008 at 11:58 AM
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Replying to: pf_flyer (Jan 17, 2008 11:23 am) How so very correct.... Manufacturers have been addressing the issue of ventilation loss for about 15 years now. The idea is that once the cabin air is "conditioned" don't let it flow "out". Bottom line is most new cars are so well insulated and sealed that the only air outflow path is the smallish exhauster port provided, usually in the bottom of one of the rear quarter panels. |
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Replying to: pf_flyer (Jun 07, 2007 3:15 am)
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Replying to: tkozy (Jan 17, 2008 8:57 pm) Stand up for your rights!!! Bob
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Replying to: plexbob (Jan 22, 2008 1:12 pm) I wish they had a high/Low switch.
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Replying to: stevegold (Jan 22, 2008 2:27 pm) Thanks for the info., Bob |
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Hi there: I have an 07 HH with the nav system where heat, a/c, radio, etc are controlled through the screen. I don't understand why when you are trying to get heat, and put the temperature on some high number like 80, why the A/C comes on. It requires me going into the Climate panel and un-clicking A/C so that only heat is coming out.
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Replying to: jaredjo (Jan 29, 2008 8:26 am) You may have already noted this as it sometimes results in sudden and unexpected fogging of the interior windshield surface. The ONLY reason for having the A/C operational when the OAT is significantly below your comfort setpoint is to (hopefully) dehumidify the incoming FRESH airflow. There is a group of C-best options available for the Lexus series that may also be available for you that can be of great help. a) The A/C can be disabled indefinitely (multiple restarts, etc.) by turning it off just once. b) The A/C can be "unlinked" from operating automatically in defrost/defog/demist mode. c) The climate control can be prevented from automatically switching from "heating" into "cooling" mode. Absent this setting the climate control will automatically switch from footwell outlet into footwell/dash and then dash only as the cabin temperature rises closer and closer to your comfort setpoint. In footwell mode some slight level of "warm" airflow is intentionally routed to the interior surface of windshield to keep it (hopefully) above dewpoint. The most recent "lot" of Toyota/Lexus products will now automatically switch back into heating mode if the OAT declines below ~34F where the A/C is disabled and thereby cannot be used for dehumidification. Prior to (back to ~1968) these C-best options becoming available I simply disconnected the A/C clutch electrical connector throughout the winter months. Google for: wwest denso demist or Denso "two layer airflow" or Denso "ventilation loss" |
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Has anyone purchased seat covers for the 2008 Highlander Hybrid Limited, and if so, if you liked them, where did you buy them? Are they easy to put on and take off, and are they washable? Thanks!
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Replying to: jldavis (Feb 01, 2008 6:25 am) Remember that the 2008 HH has side airbags built into the front seats. Seat covers would have to be designed to allow them to deploy. |
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Replying to: jldavis (Feb 01, 2008 6:25 am) I bought a back seat cover from these folks , for the dog, decent. They have a good web site, I'd recommend calling them for verification once you locate what you're looking for. They send you 20% off coupons after you buy something from them. You may be able to negotiate up front with them . www.autoanything.com |
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