Does LFA have cylinder deactivation?
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Does LFA have cylinder deactivation?
Just out of curiosity, I was wondering if LFA has cylinder deactivation?
The reason why I am asking is, I remember watching the #003 LFA video and as soon as he switched to auto ('normal' mode), the owner showed a message in the middle of gauge cluster saying '5 cylinders idling'.
Why did it say '5 cylinders idling', if it was not deactivation message? Just wondering if someone has any info on this.
The reason why I am asking is, I remember watching the #003 LFA video and as soon as he switched to auto ('normal' mode), the owner showed a message in the middle of gauge cluster saying '5 cylinders idling'.
Why did it say '5 cylinders idling', if it was not deactivation message? Just wondering if someone has any info on this.
Last edited by 05RollaXRS; May 1, 2012 at 04:37 PM.
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It will deactivate 5 cylinders on normal auto driving mode when stopped at a light. However, if you slightly move up it'll reactive to 10 cylinders and won't go back to 5 cylinders unless you accelerate again and stop. LoL 
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Excuse the crappy pics.
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Thanks and congratulations Crazy.
We are not likely to see many garage pics like the ones you shared.
Interesting to hear deals are to be had on i8 as they had been fetching premiums in the past. they are really interesting to look at with all the architectural design details. The rear quarters are sinuous.
We are not likely to see many garage pics like the ones you shared.
Interesting to hear deals are to be had on i8 as they had been fetching premiums in the past. they are really interesting to look at with all the architectural design details. The rear quarters are sinuous.
Love your collection of vehicles though!
Thanks and congratulations Crazy.
We are not likely to see many garage pics like the ones you shared.
Interesting to hear deals are to be had on i8 as they had been fetching premiums in the past. they are really interesting to look at with all the architectural design details. The rear quarters are sinuous.
We are not likely to see many garage pics like the ones you shared.
Interesting to hear deals are to be had on i8 as they had been fetching premiums in the past. they are really interesting to look at with all the architectural design details. The rear quarters are sinuous.
Now let me drive your NSX! 
don't get me wrong, i think the i8 is a very cool car, very futuristic, awesome doors, etc... just didn't understand the crazy hype in the beginning and now the huge drop in price (compared to prime) is a scary thought
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