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STARTING AND DRIVING
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* Option/accessory.
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Related information
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Hill Descent Control (p. 445)
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Changing drive mode* (p. 435)
Economical driving
Drive economically and more environmentally
conscious by thinking ahead, avoiding rapid
starts and stops and adapting driving style and
speed to the current traffic conditions.
Observe the following rules:
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For lower fuel consumption, activate Eco
drive mode.
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Use the Eco Coast function in drive mode
Eco - engine braking is deactivated, allowing
the vehicle's kinetic energy to be used to roll
greater distances.
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Use gear D as often as possible and avoid
using the kick-down function.
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For manual gear shifting, use the highest
possible gear for the current traffic situation
and road conditions - fuel consumption is
reduced at lower engine speeds (rpm). Use
the gear indicator
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Maintain a steady speed and a generous fol-
lowing distance to traffic ahead to minimize
braking.
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Fuel consumption is increased at high
speeds - air resistance increases with speed.
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The trip computer's current fuel consumption
indicator can help promote more fuel-effi-
cient driving.
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Do not warm up the engine by idling. It is
better to begin driving normally immediately
after starting the engine. A cold engine uses
more fuel than a warm engine.
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Whenever possible, avoid using the vehicle to
drive short distances. The engine does not
have time to reach a normal operating tem-
perature and this leads to increased fuel
consumption.
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Use engine braking to brake the vehicle,
when this is safe for other road users.
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Maintain the correct pressure in the tires and
check pressure regularly.
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The type of tires used could affect fuel con-
sumption - consult a retailer for advice on
suitable tires.
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Remove unnecessary items from the vehicle
- the heavier the load, the higher the fuel
consumption.
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Roof loads increase air resistance and
increase fuel consumption. Remove roof
boxes, ski racks, etc. that are not in use.
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Avoid driving with the windows open.
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Certain markets only.
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