Kelsey Posted November 23, 2007 Report Share Posted November 23, 2007 This is something I've always wondered, but never really asked. How long should I let the car warm up on cold days before I leave? I went to leave this morning, and it was COLD here in AR!! :D I let it warm up for about 15min, but thats just I wanted the inside to get warm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelbyGT#3658 Posted November 23, 2007 Report Share Posted November 23, 2007 I read somewhere on Fords web sight that you do not have to let the car warm up any more. That's why they use 5W-20 oil now. I can't find that link but I do have a link the explains why it's worse to let them Idle. http://www.abc.net.au/science/k2/moments/s2044311.htm I agree with them, just let it idle about 15-30 seconds and drive it so it gets to it's optimal operating temperature faster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuLu Posted November 23, 2007 Report Share Posted November 23, 2007 I read somewhere on Fords web sight that you do not have to let the car warm up any more. That's why they use 5W-20 oil now. I can't find that link but I do have a link the explains why it's worse to let them Idle. http://www.abc.net.au/science/k2/moments/s2044311.htm I agree with them, just let it idle about 15-30 seconds and drive it so it gets to it's optimal operating temperature faster. Well, I can't say 5W20 has much to do with this, but you're pretty close to right on the rest of it. It's an EPA requirement that the engine reach a minimal operating temp within 7 minutes of ignition, and the EEC and CATS make it happen. I have tested this myself on my 3 Marauders, on zero degree days, I had warm air from the heater vents within 7 minutes and/or 1 mile of casual driving. I start the car first, and once I'm belted in and in gear, I'm gone. Letting a car warm up these days, is just wasting gas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stump_breaker Posted November 23, 2007 Report Share Posted November 23, 2007 This is something I've always wondered, but never really asked. How long should I let the car warm up on cold days before I leave? I went to leave this morning, and it was COLD here in AR!! :D I let it warm up for about 15min, but thats just I wanted the inside to get warm. 30-45 seconds and good to go.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DreamRide Posted November 23, 2007 Report Share Posted November 23, 2007 Well, I can't say 5W20 has much to do with this, but you're pretty close to right on the rest of it. It's an EPA requirement that the engine reach a minimal operating temp within 7 minutes of ignition, and the EEC and CATS make it happen. I have tested this myself on my 3 Marauders, on zero degree days, I had warm air from the heater vents within 7 minutes and/or 1 mile of casual driving. I start the car first, and once I'm belted in and in gear, I'm gone. Letting a car warm up these days, is just wasting gas. +1 Start it up, wait a min, check gauges, back it out, and see ya............... I drive it easy though till the temp is up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdear Posted November 23, 2007 Report Share Posted November 23, 2007 When it's cold here...( about 60 :P ) I have to help the garage door warm up..not the car :D Darn door gets stuck in cold weather Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT2666 Posted November 23, 2007 Report Share Posted November 23, 2007 Start it drive it :D Wouldn't recommend standing on it until fully up to temp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelbyGT#3658 Posted November 27, 2007 Report Share Posted November 27, 2007 Start it drive it :D Wouldn't recommend standing on it until fully up to temp. I agree with this too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mywickedshelby Posted November 27, 2007 Report Share Posted November 27, 2007 When it's cold here...( about 60 :P ) I have to help the garage door warm up..not the car :D Darn door gets stuck in cold weather <_< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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