Increasing fuel economy

Increasing fuel economy  - Starting and driving - Infiniti G Owners Manual - Infiniti G

• Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Maintain cruising speeds with a constant accelerator position.

• Drive at moderate speeds on the highway.

• Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking.

Keep a safe distance behind other vehicles.

• Select a gear range suitable to road conditions.

• Avoid unnecessary prolonged engine idling.

• Keep your engine tuned up.

• Follow the recommended periodic maintenance schedule.

• Keep the tires inflated at the correct pressure. Improper tire pressure will increase wear and waste fuel.

• Make sure the front wheels are properly aligned. Improper alignment will cause premature tire wear and lower fuel economy.

• Climate control operation lowers fuel economy. Use the air conditioner only when necessary.

• When cruising at highway speeds, it is more economical to use the air conditioner and leave the windows closed to reduce drag.

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