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MAINTENANCE AND
CARE TIPS
Maximizing Fuel Efficiency
A car or truck that runs efficiently is better for the environment. Here
are some tips for driving green.
- Use good quality, energy-conserving (EC) oils with viscosity grade
consistent with your owner's manual. Look for cans marked with the symbol
ECII, which is the
American Society of Testing Materials logo for fuel-efficient oils.
Try Genuine Manufacturer's Oil, available at your dealer.
- Use a fuel with good detergent additive. It will help keep your engine
clean and performing efficiently.
- Use a high-quality fuel with an octane rating appropriate for your
vehicle, and use the lowest octane possible.
- Keep your engine tuned up to keep your car running efficiently. See
your vehicle's recommended maintenance schedule for tune-up intervals.
- Keep your wheels properly aligned. Wheels that are fighting each other
waste fuel.
- Underinflated tires increase rolling resistance, reduce fuel economy,
and wear rapidly.
- Check the vehicle's door-post sticker for appropriate tire pressure.
- Start slowly, avoiding rapid acceleration. Jackrabbit starts are terrible
fuel wasters.
- Drive at posted speed limits. It saves fuel - and possibly a life.
- Minimize the use of the air conditioning system. Rather than run it
continuously, use the vent setting as much as possible.
- When you get to your destination, park in the shade to reduce the
need for air conditioning.
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