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the exhaust system and this could cause
the catalytic converter to overheat.
- Do not turn off the ignition while the ve-
hicle is moving.
- Do not continue to operate your vehicle
under these conditions, as otherwise fuel
can reach the cata lytic converter . This
could result in overheating of the con-
verter, requ iring its replacement.
- To assure efficient operation of the Emis-
sion Control System:
- Have your vehicle ma intained properly
and in accordance with the service rec-
ommendations in your Warranty
&
Maintenance booklet.
- Lack of proper maint enance as well as
improper use of the vehicle will impa ir
the funct ion of the emission control
system and could lead to damage.
@ For the sake of the environment
Even when the Emission Control System is
operating properly, the exhaust gas can
have a sulfur-like exhaust gas smell under
some operating states. This depends on
the sulfur content of the fue l being used.
Using a different brand of fuel may help,
or filling the tank with lead-free super
grade gasoline.
Operate your vehicle
economically and
minimize pollution
General
Your personal style of driving will determine
the economy of your vehicle, as well as ex-
haust and noise levels .
Fuel economy, environmental impact, and
wear on your engine, brakes and t ires largely
depend on th ree factors:
- your persona l driving sty le
- operating conditions
- technical limitations
If you anticipate what you need to do next and
drive economically, you can eas ily cut your
fuel consumpt ion by 10-15 percent . This sec-
tion will give you some tips on how you can
help the environment and your pocketbook .
(D Tips
The consumption estima tes as published
by ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
(EPA) and Transport Canada may not corre-
spond to your actual consumption on the
road, which will vary depending upon vehi-
cle load and speed, road and weather con-
dit ions, t rip length, etc.
Drive smoothly and keep a lookout
ahead
Vehicles use the most fuel when they are ac-
celerating.
Avoid unnecessary accelerating and braking.
Vehicles use the most fuel when t hey are ac-
celerat ing. If you ant icipate what is going to
happen next, you will need to brake less and,
thus, accelerate less. Let the vehicle coast
whenever possible - for examp le when you see
t hat the next t raffic light is red.
Avoid full throttle
Driving at moderate speeds saves fuel and
improves your mileage.
.,. Try and keep well below your car's maxi-
mum speed .
Accelerat ing gently reduces fue l consump-
t ion, eng ine wear, and does not disturb the
environment.
Fuel consumpt ion, exhaust emissions and en-
gine noise increase disproportionate ly at high
speeds . If you drive at app roximately three
quarte rs of t op speed, fuel consumption will
be reduced by one half. Never drive faster
t han the posted speed limit and weathe r con-
ditions permit.
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