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Old 09-06-2014, 09:51 AM
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I thought a starter can only be started so many times before it fails. Would ECO mode, which constantly turns the car on and off, damage it? Mine is a lease so I don't really care but just asking out of technical curiosity.

And any tips on the best way to use the A/C with the top down are appreciated.
 
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e starter?

I thought a starter can only be started so many times before it fails. Would ECO mode, which constantly turns the car on and off, damage it? Mine is a lease so I don't really care but just asking out of technical curiosity.

And any tips on the best way to use the A/C with the top down are appreciated.
No idea about eco mode. Never use it. regarding AC with the top down, what do you want to know? I turn it on when its very hot, have it on low and fan power to taste
 
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ECO mode is fairly common these days (Porsche, Audis, BMW, etc.). I imagine they've sorted out any reliability issues with starting/stopping the engines.
 
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I asked about the starter and was told it is a "different" type of starter and there is no harm from the numerous starts.
However, I rarely use eco mode. To me, not the point of the "F Type"
 
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