Ford 2003 Explorer Sport Trac v.1 Manuel d'utilisateur télécharger pdf (Page 188)

• Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each time

the tank is filled.

• Allow no more than 2 automatic click-offs when filling.

• Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating.

• Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand.

• Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the

same direction each time you fill up.

• Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time.

Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent.

Calculating fuel economy

1. Fill the tank and record the odometer reading.

2. Each time you fill up the tank, record the amount of fuel added.

3. After at least 3 fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current

odometer reading.

4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current reading.

Use one of the following simple calculations to determine fuel economy:

• Liters x 100 ⫼ total kilometers

• Miles traveled ⫼ gallons used

Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (city

or highway). You can also keep records in summer and winter to

determine how temperature impacts fuel economy. Note that ethanol

decrease fuel economy.

Improving fuel economy

To improve your fuel economy:

• Do not leave your vehicle idling for long periods of time.

• Drive at a moderate pace, with smooth acceleration and deceleration.

• Turn off speed control in hilly terrain.

• Follow the recommended maintenance schedule in your Scheduled

Maintenance Guide.

• Do not carry unnecessary weight.

EPA window sticker

The EPA window sticker should be your guide for fuel economy

comparisons. If you have any questions about this sticker, contact your

dealer.

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Ford 2003 Explorer Sport Trac v.1 Manuel d'utilisateur Page 188