Why does my ICE start every time I turn up the heat?

[Biorider_A]

Hey folks,

So, I've been taking my PHEV for a spin for about two weeks and, mostly on short trips in this chilly 4°C weather. Every time I crank up the heat to a cozy 26°C, guess what happens? The ICE starts up like it’s auditioning for a role in a winter survival movie! Is this the new normal?

 

[PHEV07]

Hey folks,

So, I've been taking my PHEV for a spin for about two weeks and, mostly on short trips in this chilly 4°C weather. Every time I crank up the heat to a cozy 26°C, guess what happens? The ICE starts up like it’s auditioning for a role in a winter survival movie! Is this the new normal?

What Model year do you have?

Have tried forcing your car into EV Mode at start up?