But I think he was doing it wrong. I’m pretty sure you just touch the lock symbol, not wave your whole hand over the open button. That’s why he had a hard time getting it to work.
Yes but what he didn't mention is the last info on those tires 225 55 R19 103H, I believe 103 is the weight factor that those tires are capable of which is pretty high and H is the speed performance factor I think which in this case mean High
. Maybe a more inform person on the forum can explain in better way.
Agreed. Until a datasheet leaks for the cells used in the MME, it's pure speculation regarding the recommended operating temperature of the battery. The cells, cell packaging, charger, battery management and thermal management solutions are all different. There are also many strategies that could be used, and Tesla could have figured that warming the battery a bit then starting charging at a higher level was the best charging strategy for them for cold temps.
Unfortunately it looks like we'll miss some of the very cold weather this winter with the delivery timeline, but I'll gladly report my charging speed in cold weather once I get it.
I did a test with my 4 year old with our CRV, which does have a handle obviously. She doesn't have the leverage to open the door, regardless. Once I crack it open for her, she does in fact wrap her little fingers around the side of the door to finish opening. With a button, now she can open the door without my assistance and I think she'll really enjoy the experience (big plus in my book). In addition, when she is leaving the car and goes to close it, she again wraps her fingers around the side of the door to get the leverage she needs. So in summary, young kids are going to do this regardless of the car. At the very least the MME has thought of one way to limit pinched fingers vs any other car that does not. Quite frankly, i think this feature will be replicated on many high-end and family cars in the future. My BIGGEST concern is the nasty, greasy fingers constantly leaving smudges....
Yeah, we don't know the details as to why Tesla has a different minimum temperature. I'm only reporting what's observed between the two cars.
Yeah, all I'm saying is without the why, we can't tell which is better, but ultimately, it probably doesn't matter to the average user that much.
I have a 2014 Fusion Hybrid and I used that door pad more than the fob, which is still working on its original factory cell. It is easier to access when I just need to unlock the car or access the trunk when I am working outside and not carrying the fob. And, in my case, I can lock the car with the fob inside, then open with the pad. I only need the fob to start the car. That door pad is one of the best features that Ford has added to its entire line of cars and trucks. And, BTW, Ford does sell an add-on kit for older cars, that didn't come with the pad.
If you are so pessimistic, then don't drive or even get near a car. It will run over you!
oh I'm not worry about me getting my hand caught in there cause it is my car and I will be driving and I have a handle.
As a trivial fact, the Fusion and C-Max Hybrids and Energi models cool their trunks with the A/C system. The air flows through the rear battery and exhausts in the trunk. When I put shopping bags in the trunk, they are cool when I take them out later.
Press the 7-8 and 9-0 keys with two fingertips will lock the car. No fob needed.
Just a question, when you open the door the the door pad key...you really need to be sure no one is sneaky looking from behind in order to see the code.
