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Tips on energy-efficient driving

Do not stop the engine when driving downhill in order to save fuel, because thus it will not function, power steering and power brakes, - use engine braking, switching to lowering transmission!

Fuel consumption is largely determined by the style of driving and vehicle operating conditions.

In order to reduce fuel consumption, try the following suggestions:

• Do not leave the engine running at idle for longer than it takes to warm up. Start the movement at once, as soon as the engine speed is stabilized;
• Avoid sudden acceleration;
• Keep them in good technical condition of the engine, try as much as possible to adhere strictly to routine maintenance schedule (see chap. Current leaving and service);
• Do not use without the need for air conditioning;
• Reduce speed when driving on uneven road surfaces;
• Maintain the required tire inflation pressure;
• Try to keep your distance, avoiding sharp braking;
• Do not overload the vehicle;
• When driving do not keep your foot on the brake pedal;
• Regularly check the wheel alignment, if necessary, make the appropriate adjustment (see chap. Suspension and steering);
• Note that while running at a speed exceeding a value of 60 km / h, activation of K / V leads to a smaller increase of fuel consumption than the increase in the aerodynamic drag resulting from the opening of windows.