Ford Escape: Essentials of good fuel economy
- Measuring techniques
- Filling the tank
- Calculating fuel economy
- Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
effect on powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
• You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several ...
Measuring techniques
Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the
driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as
possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gaug ...
See also:
Door locks
WARNING:
o Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Before
you drive away (especially if there
are children in the car), be sure that all the
doors are securely closed and locked so
that the doors c ...
Horn
Pressa on the steering wheel pad
to sound the horn. ...
Brake booster
The brake booster uses engine manifold
vacuum to assist braking force. Do not
turn off the engine while driving because
that will turn off the brake booster, resulting
in poor braking power.
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