Economical driving
Economical driving conserves natural resources
Better driving economy may be obtained by thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts and stops and adjusting the speed of your vehicle to immediate traffic conditions. Observe the following rules:
• Bring the engine to normal operating temperature
as soon as possible by driving
with a light foot on the accelerator pedal for
the first few minutes of operation. A cold
engine uses more fuel and is subject to
increased wear.
• Whenever possible, avoid using the vehicle
for driving short distances. This does not
allow the engine to reach normal operating
temperature.
• Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration
and hard braking.
• Use the transmission's D (Drive) position
as often as possible and avoid using "kickdown"
to help improve fuel economy.
• Do not exceed posted speed limits.
• Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra
load) in the vehicle.
• Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tire
pressure regularly (when tires are cold).
• Remove snow tires when threat of snow or
ice has ended.
• Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc,
increase air resistance and also fuel consumption.
• At highway driving speeds, fuel consumption
will be lower with the air conditioning
on and the windows closed than with the
air conditioning off and the windows open.
• Using the onboard trip computer's fuel
consumption modes can help you learn
how to drive more economically.
Other factors that decrease gas mileage are:
• Dirty air cleaner
• Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
• Dragging brakes
• Incorrect front end alignment.
Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard Maintenance Service intervals.
CAUTION
Drive slowly and carefully if going through
standing water (i.e. flooded roadways, etc.).
Damage to the engine could result if excess
water is drawn in through the air intake system.
Never drive the vehicle in water deeper
than 18 inches (48 cm).
See also:
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vehicle (see page 322).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 323).
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