Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits
Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change
a number of variables and improve your fuel economy.
Habits
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Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.
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Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel
economy.
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Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop.
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Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy.
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Slow down gradually.
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Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 88 km/h [55 mph] uses 15%
less fuel than traveling at 105 km/h [65 mph]).
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Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.
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Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
Conditions
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Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy.
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Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
12–16 km (8–10 miles) of driving.
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Flat terrain driving improves fuel economy over hilly roads.
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Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the accelerator.
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Close windows for highway driving.
NOISE EMISSIONS – EXTERIOR
In order to comply with the federal exterior noise regulations, your
vehicle may be equipped with noise emission items. Depending on the
vehicle configuration, it may have all or some of the following items:
Air Intake System
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Air Cleaner:
should be inspected and its location should not be
altered. Do not alter inlet and outlet piping.
Body
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Wheel Well:
splash shields, cab shields and under-hood insulation
should be inspected for deterioration, dislocation, and orientation.
2004 F650/750
(f67)
Supplement
USA English
(fus)
Maintenance and specifications
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