DRIVING TIPS AND TECHNIQUES
Maintenance
Proper maintenance
will keep the
vehicle running like new even after
long periods of use. The driver must
perform the daily and weekly checks
of the vehicle.
Maintenance factors
affecting fuel
consumption:
• air and/or fuel lters partially
clogged
• engine valves out of adjustment
• injection pump improperly
synchronized
• injection nozzles defective or
uncalibrated
• improperly inated tires
• wheel bearings improperly
adjusted
• clutch improperly adjusted or worn
(slipping)
• fuel leaks
Driving Habits
Wrong
driving habits must be
corrected and the recommendations
on economic driving should be
followed.
Driving factors
affecting fuel
consumption:
• excessive speed and unnecessary
fast acceleration
• long periods of idling
• driving with foot resting on the
(manual transmission) clutch
pedal
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(04/13) Y53-6047–2C 4-57
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