Avoid short journeys
A cold engine has very high fuel consumption. The optimum operating temperature is reached only after driving a
few kilometres. The fuel consumption is above average at very low ambient temperatures, e.g. in winter → Fig. 1.
Plan journeys economically and combine short journeys.
Carry out regular maintenance
Regular maintenance is an essential prerequisite for economical driving and increases the service life of the vehicle.
Observe the tyre pressures
Low tyre pressures does not just mean greater wear, but also increases the rolling resistance of the tyres and thus the
fuel consumption. Use optimised rolling resistance tyres.
Adjust the tyre pressure according to the vehicle load. Observe the information on the tyre pressure sticker .
Observe Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator or Tyre Pressure Monitoring System .
Use low viscosity engine oils
Fully synthetic engine oils with low viscosity reduce frictional resistance in the engine and spread better and more
quickly, especially for cold starts.
Do not drive with unnecessary loads in the vehicle
You can reduce fuel consumption by clearing out the luggage compartment before setting off, for example by
removing empty drink crates or unused child seats.
In order to keep the drag coefficient of the vehicle as low as possible, remove attachments and add-on parts such as
ski, bicycle or roof load carriers after use.
Save electrical energy
The alternator is driven by the engine and generates electrical power for convenience consumers such as the air
conditioning system, windscreen heating and ventilation. Observe the following points to save electrical energy:
—Open the windows and doors before driving at high outside temperatures and drive for a short distance with a
window open. Only then switch the air conditioning system on.
—Switch the convenience consumers off as soon as they have served their purpose.
WARNING
Adapt your speed and distance from the vehicles ahead to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.
NOTICE
Never allow the vehicle to roll down mountains or hills in the neutral positionN. The gearbox will not be lubricated
and could be damaged.
Your qualified workshop will gladly provide you with further information on correct maintenance and
replacement parts that are particularly energy-efficient, e.g. new tyres.
Information on the brakes
New brake padscannot generate the full braking effect during the first 200 to 300 km and must first be “run in”→
. However, you can compensate for the slightly reduced braking force by applying more pressure to the brake
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