Fiat 2013 Ducato 250, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from the roof
after use. These accessories decrease aerodynamic
penetration of the vehicle and have a negative effect
on fuel consumption. When transporting particularly
large objects, use a trailer if possible.
Electrical devices
Only use electrical devices for the amount of time
needed. The heated rear window, additional
headlights, windscreen/rear window wipers and
heater fan need a considerable amount of energy,
therefore increasing fuel consumption (by up to 25%
in the urban cycle).
Climate control
Air conditioning leads to higher fuel consumption (on
average up to +20%). If the temperature outside
permits, try and use the ventilation only.
Devices for aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified devices for aerodynamic
control may adversely affect air drag and fuel
consumption.
DRIVING STYLE
The main driving styles that affect fuel consumption
are listed below.
Starting
Do not warm the engine with the vehicle at a
standstill or at idle or high speed: under these
conditions the engine warms up much more slowly,
increasing consumption and emissions. It is therefore
advisable to move off immediately, slowly, avoiding
high speeds: in this way the engine will warm up
more quickly.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid revving up when at traffic lights or before
stopping the engine. This and also double declutching
is absolutely pointless on modern cars and also
increases 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 and engine wear.
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KNOWYOUR
VEHICLE
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX