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Better
driving habits for fuel saving
Drive between 45-55 kmph
Drive slow and steady. The faster you go, the more the wind
resistance your vehicle will face. It has been established by
trials that you can get upto 40% extra mileage at 40 kmph as
compared to 80 kmph.
Avoid accelerating or decelerating unnecessarily. |
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Always drive in the correct gear
Incorrect gear shifting can lead to as much as 20% increase in
fuel consumption.
Remember : For city driving, change to a higher gear when you
are sure that the engine will not have to struggle.
Get into top gear as soon as possible. |
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While braking anticipate stops
Stop-and-go driving wastes fuel. When you slam on the brakes, a
lot of useful energy is wasted in the form of heat.
Proper synchronization of gear and accelerator is necessary for
better mileage.
Remember : check wheels for free rotation when your car is being
serviced. Binding brakes restrict free wheel movement and the
engine consumes more petrol in order to overcome resistance. |
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Keep your foot off the clutch
Use your clutch only when you change gears. Riding the clutch
causes loss of energy and damages clutch lining.
Remember : Use your hand brakes when stopping on up gradient.
Don't manipulate the clutch and accelerator to stay stationary
because it wastes fuel. |
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Periodic servicing
Servicing of your vehicle must be carried out as specified in
User's manual. |
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Use the recommended Spares & Lubricants
Always use recommended spares & Lubricants
Engine oil that is thicker than recommended can cause a 2%
increase in fuel consumption .
Remember : Check the car manual and the oil manufacturer's
recommendations, before using any particular grade of oil . |
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Clean your air filter regularly
Your air filter prevents air from fouling the engine. Dust
causes rapid wear of engine components and increases fuel
consumption.
Remember : Cylinder bores and piston rings wear out faster in
engines with dirty air cleaners.
Clean air filters at every tune up. |
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Do not allow leakage or spillage
Loss of one drop of petrol per second can amount to loss a of
2000 litres per year.
Make sure that the fuel tank cap has a good rubber seal. |
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Don't wait for your car to warm up
Instead drive in low gear till the engine warms up.
Do not use the choke longer than necessary.
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Reduce loads
Unnecessary loads increase fuel consumption.
Do you really need to carry the luggage rack or various odd
things in the boot all the time?
Remember : A reduction of weight by about 50 kg can lead to a 2%
saving in fuel , when driving in city. |
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Check your tyre pressure regularly
Under inflated tyres increase rolling resistance which leads to
higher petrol consumption & faster wear out of tyres at sides .
Remember : A 25% decrease in tyre pressure can cost you 5 -10%
more on petrol and 25% on tyre life.
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When you stop your car, stop your engine
Idling for an hour costs One litre of petrol Always keep your
car ready for starting quickly. Keep the battery , alternator &
fan-belt in good condition. This will ensure a good start
whenever you need it.
Remember : Switch off the engine at stops of over 2 minutes. |
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Plan your route
Fuel consumption on a highly congested road can be double the
normal.
Rush hour or stop-and-go traffic can waste fuel excessively.
Remember : You will get more mileage from each litre if you take
a less congested route. |
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