![]() ![]() Proper adjustment of the side mirrors is a must to minimize blind spots and avoid overlooking small cars that pull up next to you as you’re about to change lanes. Even after you’ve had time to get familiar with it, the thing still feels pretty large when you’re behind the wheel. There’s no denying the Tahoe Hybrid’s substantial size, and if you don’t regularly drive a vehicle this large it could definitely take some time to get accustomed to its dimensions and how they affect its performance on the road. That could be a problem for some shoppers, but those not concerned with how green they appear will still get a stylish full-size SUV in the Tahoe Hybrid. The other factor is that the Tahoe Hybrid’s subtle exterior changes could easily be overlooked. The Tahoe Hybrid also has an aluminum hood and liftgate, a lower air dam, low-rolling-resistance tires and D- pillars that have been shaped for better aerodynamics.Įven with these changes, the SUV doesn’t scream “hybrid.” Part of that has to do with its sheer size it goes against the popular notion of small, odd-shaped hybrid cars that was created by pioneers like the Honda Insight and Toyota Prius. The most notable changes are large “Hybrid” graphics on the side doors and smaller ones on the windshield and rear window. It’s no surprise that the Tahoe Hybrid retains the general shape and size of its gas-only sibling, but there are a number of hybrid-specific cues on the outside. What won’t be as pleasant is the price, which is steep, even when you consider its long list of standard features. It can also carry up to eight and tow a good-sized camper trailer if the mood strikes you. The Tahoe Hybrid driving experience is rather ordinary, too, but buyers of full-size SUVs should be fine with that, as this SUV gives them the space and utility they desire along with fuel economy that’s as much as 50 percent better in city driving than the gas-only Tahoe. That would be unfortunate, though, because this is a hybrid in the fullest sense of the word. Remove the exterior graphics and badges, and most people wouldn’t give it a second look, taking it for a regular V-8-powered Tahoe. If ever there was a case of a vehicle not being what it seems, the new Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid is it. To see what’s new for 2009, click here, or check out a side-by-side comparison of the two model years. Little of substance has changed with this year’s model. ![]() If we can't then we will try to do some basic testing but since you mentioned the scan tool, this will be the easiest way.įeel free to get a video of the screen when this happens on these sensors rather then trying to write them all down.Editor’s note: This review was written in January 2008 about the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid. Let's start with monitoring live data if possible and go from there. It is when you finally come to a stop or just before it that the engine stalls. As long as the vehicle is still moving it keeps running. Think of this as a manual transmission and when you come to a stop with it in gear and you don't push the clutch. ![]() Also when you cleaned the IAC we need to probably replace this depending on what we find.Ī torque converter can cause the vehicle to stall when coming to a stop but not when it is just idling. ![]() I understand it appears you replaced it when you say throttle body sensor. Does your snap on tool monitor live data? Hopefully it does so we can monitor the throttle position sensor when this is happening. ![]()
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