This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ An economic driving style
→ Driving in a fuel-efficient mannerFuel consumption, environmental impact and wear on the engine, brakes and tyres depend largely on three factors:
A few simple measures can help save fuel by up to 25%, depending on how you drive.
Active cylinder management (ACT®)
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, the vehicle may have active cylinder management (ACT®).
Active cylinder management (ACT®) can automatically deactivate individual engine cylinders in driving situations that require low power consumption. When a cylinder is deactivated, no fuel is injected into that cylinder, which can lead to an overall reduction in fuel consumption. The number of active cylinders can be shown in the instrument cluster display .
WARNING
High-pressure safety valve
The high-pressure safety valve is fitted to the air
conditioner compressor or the receiver.
The valve opens at a pressure above approx. 38 bar and
closes again when the pressure has dropped (approx. 30 bar).
Not all the ...
Rules for cleanliness for working on the auxiliary heater and the fuel
system
Thoroughly clean all connections and adjacent areas before
disconnecting.
Place parts that have been removed on a clean surface and
cover. Do not use fluffy cloths!
Carefully cover or seal opened components i ...
EU tyre label, categories
Rolling resistance
→ Anchor
Wet grip
→ Anchor
Noise emissions
→ Anchor
Rolling resistance
Rolli ...