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:
Maintenance When Trailer
Towing
The vehicle needs service more
often when pulling a trailer. See this
manual's Maintenance Schedule or
Index for more information. Things
that are especially important in
trailer operation a ...
Interior
The ESV's extended dimensions don't yield significant gains for first- or
second-row occupants, but third-row passengers gain nearly 10 inches of legroom.
Cargo volume behind the third row increas ...
Full-Size Spare Tire
If this vehicle came with a full-size spare tire, it was fully inflated when
new, however, it can lose air over time. Check the inflation pressure regularly.
See Tire Pressure and Vehi ...