Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
- Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
- Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
- Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
- When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
- Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
- Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
- Combine several trips into a single trip.
- Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
- Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
See also:
Dolly Towing
(Rear-Wheel-Drive Vehicles)
Use the following procedure to dolly
tow a rear-wheel-drive vehicle from
the rear:
1. Attach the dolly to the tow
vehicle following the dolly
manufacturer's instructions.
2. Put the rear w ...
Head Restraint Adjustment
Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and
adjusted properly.
To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle
as little as necessary w ...
Safety
Side-impact airbags for the front seats, antilock brakes and programmable
daytime running lights are standard. Dual-stage front airbags operate with a
passenger-sensing system. Ultrasonic Rear Par ...






