Porsche 928 GTS 1994, Owner'S Manual

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Fuel economy
Fuel economy will vary depending on
where, when and how you drive, optional
equipment installed, and the general condi-
tion of your car. A car tuned to specifica-
tions and correctly maintained, will help
you get maximum fuel economy.
• Have your vehicle tuned to specifications.
• Fuel injection should be adjusted to specifica-
tions.
• Spark plugs should be clean, properly gapped
and fire efficiently.
• Air cleaner should be dirtfree to allow proper
engine "breathing".
• Battery should be fully charged.
• Wheels should be properly aligned.
• Tires should be inflated at correct pressures.
• Keep a light foot on the gas pedal.
• Drive smoothly, avoid abrupt changes in
speed as much as possible.
• Avoid jack rabbit starts and sudden stops.
• Do not drive longer than necessary in the
lower gears. Shifting up early helps to save
fuel.
• Avoid unnecessary idling. Turn the engine off.
• Prolonged "warm up" idling wastes gas. Start
the vehicle just before you are ready to drive.
Accelerate slowly and smoothly.
• Any additional weight carried in the vehicle re-
duces fuel economy. Always keep cargo to a
minimum and remove all unnecessary items.
• Organize your trips to take in several errands.
• Use air conditioner only when needed.
• All electrical equipment contribute to in-
creased fuel consumption.
The EPA estimated m.p.g. is to be used for
comparison purposes, actual mileage may
be different from the estimated m. p.g., de-
pending on your driving speed, weather
conditions and trip length. Your actual
highway mileage will probably be less than
the estimated m.p.g.
Please observe all local and national speed
limits.
Operating your Porsche in other
countries
Government regulations in the United States and
Canada require that automobiles meet specific
emission regulations and safety standards.
Therefore, cars built for the U.S. and Canada
differ from vehicles sold in other countries.
If you plan to take your Porsche outside the con-
tinental limits of the United States or Canada,
there is the possibility that
• unleaded fuel may not be available;
• unleaded fuel may have a considerable lower
octane rating. Excessive engine knock and se-
rious damage to both engine and catalytic
converter could result;
• service may be inadequate due to lack of
proper service facilities, tools or diagnostic
equipment;
• replacement parts may not be available or
very difficult to get.
Porsche cannot be responsible for the me-
chanical damage that could result because
of inadequate fuel, service or parts availa-
bility.
If you bought your car abroad and want to bring
it back home, be sure to find out about shipping
and forwarding requirements, as well as current
import and customs regulations.
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