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How To Obtain Maximum Gasoline Mileage |
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Slow down and save. 50
mph (80 km/h) requires almost 20% less gas than 70 mph (110 km/h). |
| How many miles
a car will travel on one gallon of gasoline depends on many different factors.
The best approach to fuel economy is to make yourself aware of those factors
that you can control. Check your driving habits against the following
suggestions. Maintain and operate your car so as to get the maximum mileage
possible. |
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Keep your air cleaner
clean and your car lubricated as recommended in this manual |
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Keep your car "tuned-up".
An out-oftune engine is wasting gas and costing you money |
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Reduce excess weight.
Carrying items such as golf clubs, outboard motors or heavy tools requires more gas. |
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| Tank capacity |
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| 15.3 U.S.gal (12.6 Imp.gal) (58 litres) |
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1) |
Take it easy when pulling
away from lights or stop signs. Accelerate slowly and smoothly. |
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When you're
parked, even for a short wait, don't idle the engine-shut it off. |
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| In all modesl except those for Canada, the fuel filler tubes specially designed to accept the smaller diameter unleaded gasoline dispensing nozzle [nozzle diameter less than .84 in. (21.3 mm)] only. |
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Plan your trips to avoid
unnecessary stops. |
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4) |
Keep your
tires inflated to the recommended pressures |