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5-150 Starting and driving
.
Recirculating the cool air in the
cabin when the A/C is on reduces
cooling load.
4. Drive at economical speeds and dis-
tances.
.
Observing the speed limit and not
exceeding 60 MPH (97 km/h)
(where legally allowed) can improve
fuel efficiency due to reduced aero-
dynamic drag.
.
Maintaining a safe following dis-
tance behind other vehicles re-
duces unnecessary braking.
.
Safely monitoring traffic to antici-
pate changes in speed permits
reduced braking and smooth accel-
eration changes.
.
Select a gear range suitable to road
conditions.
5. Use cruise control.
.
Using cruise control during highway
driving helps maintain a steady
speed.
.
Cruise control is particularly effec-
tive in providing fuel savings when
driving on flat terrains.
6. Plan for the shortest route.
.
Utilize a map or navigation system
to determine the best route to save
time.
7. Avoid idling.
.
Shutting off your engine when safe
for stops exceeding 30-60 seconds
saves fuel and reduces emissions.
8. Buy an automated pass for toll roads.
.
Automated passes permit drivers to
use special lanes to maintain cruis-
ing speed through the toll and
avoid stopping and starting.
9. Winter warm up.
.
Limit idling time to minimize impact
to fuel economy.
.
Vehicles typically need no more
than 30 seconds of idling at start-
up to effectively circulate the en-
gine oil before driving.
.
Your vehicle will reach its ideal
operating temperature more
quickly while driving versus idling.
10. Keeping your vehicle cool.
.
Park your vehicle in a covered
parking area or in the shade when-
ever possible.
.
When entering a hot vehicle, open-
ing the windows will help to reduce
the inside temperature faster, re-
sulting in reduced demand on your
A/C system.
. Keep your engine tuned up.
. Follow the recommended scheduled
maintenance.
. Keep the tires inflated to the correct
pressure. Low tire pressure increases
tire wear and lowers fuel economy.
. Keep the wheels in correct alignment.
Improper alignment increases tire
wear and lowers fuel economy.
. Use the recommended viscosity en-
gine oil. (See “Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation” (P.10-7).)
INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY
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