Increasing fuel economy
► 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.
See also:
How to use STATUS button
To display the status of the audio, air
conditioner system, fuel consumption and
navigation system, push the STATUS button.
The following information will appear
when the STATUS button is push ...
Before starting the engine
► Make sure the area around the vehicle
is clear.
► Check fluid levels such as engine oil,
coolant, brake fluid and window
washer fluid as frequently as possible,
or at least whe ...
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
Fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir periodically.
Add windshield-washer fluid when the low windshield-washer fluid warning light comes on.
To fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir, ...