•
Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example; bug
deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may
reduce fuel economy.
•
Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
•
Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving.
•
Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•
Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
•
Close windows for high speed driving.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
WARNING:
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
WARNING:
Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and
potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment. If you
smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your
vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a
catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with
applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic
converter and other emission control components continue to work
properly:
•
Use only the specified fuel listed.
•
Avoid running out of fuel.
•
Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at
high speeds.
•
Have the items listed in
scheduled maintenance information
performed according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed in
scheduled maintenance
information
are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle
and to its emissions system.
Maintenance and Specifications
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