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:
Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
- Check the engine oil level.
See Engine Oil.
Once a Month
- Check the tire inflation
pressures. See Tire Pressure.
- Inspect the tires for wear.
See Tire Inspection.
- Chec ...
What to Do with Used Oil
Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your
skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for
very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap an ...
Tires
Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires.
Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage
the paint finish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, ...