EVerlasting
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I have a 2012 LEAF SL. Last winter I noticed that my regen dropped significantly during cold weather. For almost five months I experienced very very low regen even when battery pack SOC was very low. Yes, I had the software update done last year in August 2013. Some people have reported that the reduced regen is a result of this software update while some adamantly argue that its due to battery pack losing capacity. I still have all 12 bars. A friend of mine has a 2013 LEAF SL and during last winter both our LEAFs had almost the same mileage accumulated. He drives much more than me everyday. He claims that he experienced absolutely no reduction in his regen during winter. Regardless of what is causing this regen reduction in 2011-2012 models, is it possible to hack our way out of this problem. The only way LEAF knows its winter is by some external temperature sensor. If we disable the temperature sensor, the LEAF may allow us to drive with full regen even in winter. Does anyone know where this sensor is located and how to disable it or pull out it's fuse? I dont mind living with a DTC warning light all winter, as long as I can drive with full regen. Full regen will definately extend winter's reduced range and allow one paddle driving as we do in summer. It wil also reduce wear and tear on the friction brakes which saw more than usual use during last winter. Any help, suggestions and guidance will be most appreciated. This maybe turn out to be a great hack that most of us will do if its possible.