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:
Floor Mats
WARNING
If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed, it can interfere
with the pedals. Interference with the pedals can cause unintended acceleration
and/or increased stopp ...
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If
wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be
replaced.
If the wheel leaks air, replace i ...
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance
Schedule for more information. Things that are especially important in trailer operation
are automatic transmission ...