I think my in dash computer is broken
10-21-2002, 04:24 PM
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I think my in dash computer is broken
My computer has not changed in months now. No matter where I drive (high way or regular street driving) it still only shows 22.5 mpg or maybee sometimes 24.4. Is this normal? How r your guys's computers do they change when you race or do some hard driving. I want to take my car to the dealer but before I do I wanna hear your responses on that.
10-21-2002, 06:04 PM
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The trip computer, especially the MPG one, averages the #'s everything since last reset. It's not broken or anything, it's just not accurate enough to be deemed worthy.
On my 5600+ mile trip to the NE and back i averaged 520 miles to a tank of gas but my trip would still show 21mpg. (never reset it)
On my 5600+ mile trip to the NE and back i averaged 520 miles to a tank of gas but my trip would still show 21mpg. (never reset it)
10-21-2002, 06:08 PM
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Originally posted by soundmike
The trip computer, especially the MPG one, averages the #'s everything since last reset. It's not broken or anything, it's just not accurate enough to be deemed worthy.
On my 5600+ mile trip to the NE and back i averaged 520 miles to a tank of gas but my trip would still show 21mpg. (never reset it)
The trip computer, especially the MPG one, averages the #'s everything since last reset. It's not broken or anything, it's just not accurate enough to be deemed worthy.
On my 5600+ mile trip to the NE and back i averaged 520 miles to a tank of gas but my trip would still show 21mpg. (never reset it)
10-21-2002, 06:13 PM
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Originally posted by xfirepwr1
Wow 530 MPG how did u do that, you have a 6 speed right, but even with that WOW
Wow 530 MPG how did u do that, you have a 6 speed right, but even with that WOW
Oh, i have an Auto-Magic
P.S. I said 520 miles to a tank, not 530 MPG. That would be pushing it.
10-21-2002, 06:17 PM
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Originally posted by soundmike
Cruise at 75mph for 15 hours straight w/ only gas stops in between and you'll get that kinda mileage
Oh, i have an Auto-Magic
P.S. I said 520 miles to a tank, not 530 MPG. That would be pushing it.
Cruise at 75mph for 15 hours straight w/ only gas stops in between and you'll get that kinda mileage
Oh, i have an Auto-Magic
P.S. I said 520 miles to a tank, not 530 MPG. That would be pushing it.
10-21-2002, 06:20 PM
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Originally posted by killer2002SE
i really doubt its broken if its changing,
try to hold it down for like 5 seconds until it resets and drive a 1/3 of a mile and see if it changes...
i really doubt its broken if its changing,
try to hold it down for like 5 seconds until it resets and drive a 1/3 of a mile and see if it changes...
10-21-2002, 06:43 PM
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Originally posted by xfirepwr1
I never knew that you can reset the damn thing how do I do it. Which button do i hold?
I never knew that you can reset the damn thing how do I do it. Which button do i hold?
Anyway, to reset it just press and hold the button for 5 seconds. Same button you use to toggle between MPG/DTE/Time/Temp.
10-21-2002, 06:46 PM
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Originally posted by soundmike
Okay i'll give you a break, though you have to be greatful you have a job. I've been laid-off for months now
Anyway, to reset it just press and hold the button for 5 seconds. Same button you use to toggle between MPG/DTE/Time/Temp.
Okay i'll give you a break, though you have to be greatful you have a job. I've been laid-off for months now
Anyway, to reset it just press and hold the button for 5 seconds. Same button you use to toggle between MPG/DTE/Time/Temp.
BTW thanx for the reset info
10-21-2002, 07:50 PM
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Originally posted by killer2002SE
np =]
id hate to be you,
start looking for a job now then!
np =]
id hate to be you,
start looking for a job now then!
Just wait and see and try not to let this mess with my head too much
10-21-2002, 11:08 PM
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rtfm
Originally posted by xfirepwr1
I never knew that you can reset the damn thing how do I do it. Which button do i hold?
I never knew that you can reset the damn thing how do I do it. Which button do i hold?
You can also reset the average speed and count up "timer" the same way.
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