Accessories fitted on
longitudinal bars
Remove accessories, namely: If not
used, remove from the roof accessories
such as: longitudinal bars, ski rack,
luggage rack, etc. These accessories
decrease aerodynamic penetration of
the car and have a negative effect on
consumption. It is better to use a trailer
to transport particularly bulky objects.
Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the
amount of time needed. The rear
heated window, additional headlights,
windscreen wipers and heater fan need
a considerable amount of energy,
therefore increasing fuel consumption
(up to +25% in the urban cycle).
Climate control
The climate control system leads to
higher fuel consumption (up to +20%
on average): use air vents only when the
external temperature allows it.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified aerodynamic
items may adversely affect air drag and
consumption levels.
DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm the engine up with the
car standing: the engine warms up very
slowly in these conditions, increasing
consumption and emissions. It is
advisable to start off immediately and
slowly keeping the engine speed down:
the engine will warm up much faster
this way.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid revving up when starting at traffic
lights or before stopping the engine.
Like double-declutching, the latter
action is unnecessary and causes
increase of consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
Use a higher gear as soon as traffic and
road conditions allow. Using a low gear
for faster acceleration will increase
consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high
gear increases consumption, emissions
an engine wear.
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WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
MAINTENANCE
AND CARE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
ALPHABETICAL
INDEX
YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
CONTAINING
RUNNING COSTS
Here are some useful tips to save fuel
and minimize polluting emissions of
CO
2
and other pollutants (nitric oxide,
unburnt hydrocarbons, fine dusts
etc…).
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried
out in accordance with the “Service
schedule”.
Tyres
Check tyre pressure regularly at least
once every four weeks: excessively low
pressure will increase consumption
because rolling resistance will be higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot.
Do not travel with too much luggage
stowed in the boot. The weight of the
car (especially when driving in town)
and its trim greatly affect consumption
and stability.
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