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Fuel economy (econ) mode – Dodge 2011 Grand_Caravan - Owner Manual User Manual

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Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode

The Fuel Economy (ECON) mode can improve the vehi-
cle’s overall fuel economy during normal driving condi-
tions. Press the “econ” switch in the center stack of the
instrument panel and a green light will indicate the
ECON mode is engaged.

When the Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode is engaged, the
vehicle control systems will be able to change the follow-
ing:

• The transmission will upshift sooner and downshift

later.

• The transmission will skip select gears during shifts to

allow the engine to operate at lower speeds.

• The torque converter clutch will engage sooner (lower

engine rpm’s) and remain on longer.

• The engine idle speed will be lower.
• The overall driving performance will be more

conservative.

Fuel Economy Mode Switch

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