INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY
10. Keeping your Vehicle Cool
The following methods are recommended
by NISSAN to increase fuel economy on
NISSAN vehicles. All these recommenda-
tions can help you to achieve a higher level
of fuel economy in your vehicle.
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Keep the tires inflated to the correct
pressure. Low tire pressure increases
tire wear and lowers fuel economy.
∙ Park your vehicle in a covered parking
area or in the shade whenever pos-
sible.
Keep the wheels in correct alignment.
Improper alignment increases tire wear
and lowers fuel economy.
∙ When entering a hot vehicle, opening
the windows will help to reduce the
inside temperature faster, resulting in
reduced demand on your A/C sys-
tem.
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Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Main-
tain cruising speeds with a constant ac-
celerator position.
Air conditioner operation lowers fuel
economy. Use the air conditioner only
when necessary.
Drive at moderate speeds on the high-
way. Driving at high speed lowers fuel
economy.
When cruising at highway speeds, it is
more economical to use the air condi-
tioner and leave the windows closed to
reduce drag.
Avoid unnecessary stopping and brak-
ing. Maintain a safe distance behind
other vehicles.
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Use the recommended viscosity engine
oil. For additional information, refer to
“Engine oil and oil filter recommenda-
tions” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual.
Use a proper gear range which suits
road conditions. On level roads, shift
into high gear as soon as possible.
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Avoid unnecessary engine idling.
Keep your engine tuned up.
Follow the recommended scheduled
maintenance.
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