Dodge 2009 Aspen, Руководство пользователя

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mode. The electrically driven AC compressor is not
connected to the engine like a standard gas vehicle. These
components allow the control to operate the HVAC
system in a very efficient manner to save fuel.
NOTE:
It is recommended the vehicle be operated with
the air conditioning (AC) on in high ambient tempera-
tures as the high voltage battery is cooled by the cabin air.
Driving To Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy
Your fuel economy should improve throughout your
hybrid vehicle’s break-in period. As with any vehicle,
fuel economy can be significantly impacted by your
driving style and accessory usage. For best results, keep
in mind the following tips:
Tire Inflation
Keep tires properly inflated and only use the recom-
mended size. Refer to “Tire and Loading Information
Placard” under “Tires Safety Information” in Section 5 of
your Owner’s Manual.
Driving Style
Aggressive driving increases the amount of energy re-
quired to move your vehicle. In general, better fuel
economy is achieved with mild to moderate acceleration
and deceleration.
Moderate braking is particularly important since it al-
lows you to maximize the energy converted and stored
from the vehicle’s momentum by the Regenerative Brak-
ing system.
Additional Tips:
•
Observe posted speed limits
•
Do not carry extra loads, when it is not necessary
•
Perform all scheduled maintenance
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