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:
Safety Belt Care
Keep belts clean and dry.
WARNING!
Do not bleach or dye safety belts.
It may severely weaken them.
In a crash, they might not be able
to provide adequate protection.
Clean safety belts only wit ...
Driving in Water
WARNING
Driving through rushing water can be dangerous. Deep water can sweep your vehicle
downstream and you and your passengers could drown. If it is only shallow water,
it can still wash a ...
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
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unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85).
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