Hey all -

Thanks for your input on this. Thought I'd update and pick your brains again, if I might...

To recap the problem, the engine speed drops FAST when you let off the throttle (e.g., when shifting up) when the AC is on. I've put up with this all summer (October now), and had it in to the dealer's, who "could not duplicate" even when I pointed out clearly what the problem was . They wrote "no problem found at this time" on the invoice, in my estimation to cover themselves.

Notes:

- No AC recharge has been performed.
- I tried a K&N air filter with no noticeable effect either way. [Interesting aside--my fuel economy was nticeably lower with the K&N].
- A friend who works at an independent shop agreed with me based on my description of the problem that it was not normal, but would not be able to do anymore without charging me. The vehicle is still under warranty (~37k mi) for another year plus, so the dealer is the logical, though frustrating, approach.

So it seems to me either I am hallucinating and/or have bizarre standards, or the dealer just wants me to run out the clock. I plan to go to a different dealer when it is due for an oil change--if anyone has any ideas or suggestions to prompt them, I'd appreciate it.

Thanks again,

Tim