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CAUTION
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000
km), follow these recommendations
to obtain maximum engine perfor-
mance and ensure the future relia-
bility and economy of your new
vehicle.
Failure to follow these recommenda-
tions may result in shortened engine
life and reduced engine perfor-
mance.
. Avoid driving for long periods at con-
stant speed, either fast or slow. Do not
run the engine over 4,000 rpm.
. Do not accelerate at full throttle in any
gear.
. Avoid quick starts.
. Avoid hard braking as much as possi-
ble.
. Do not tow a trailer for the first 500
miles (805 km).
Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient
Driving Tips to help you achieve the most
fuel economy from your vehicle.
1. Use smooth accelerator and brake
pedal application.
.
Avoid rapid starts and stops.
.
Use smooth, gentle accelerator and
brake application whenever possi-
ble.
.
Maintain constant speed while
commuting and coast whenever
possible.
2. Maintain constant speed.
.
Look ahead to try and anticipate
and minimize stops.
.
Synchronizing your speed with traf-
fic lights allows you to reduce your
number of stops.
.
Maintaining a steady speed can
minimize red light stops and im-
prove fuel efficiency.
3. Use air conditioning (A/C) at higher
vehicle speeds.
.
Below 40 MPH (64 km/h), it is more
efficient to open windows to cool
the vehicle due to reduced engine
load.
.
Above 40 MPH (64 km/h), it is more
efficient to use A/C to cool the
vehicle due to increased aerody-
namic drag.
.
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.
Starting and driving 5-115
BREAK-IN SCHEDULE FUEL EFFICIENT DRIVING TIPS
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