Acura 2014 ILX Hybrid - Advanced Technology Guide (Base) - Manual (Page 7)

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E C O A S S I S T T M
A c t i v a t i n g E C O N M o d e
D r i v e r F e e d b a c k
Provides various ways to monitor your fuel efficiency and driving style.
3. Check the MID.
Press ECON again to turn the
system off.
Note: When turned on, performance of the vehicle’s engine, transmission,
cruise control, and air conditioning system are adjusted to maximize fuel
efficiency.
Helps you further maximize your fuel efficiency by modifying some vehicle
functions.
Real-time Fuel Efficiency Coach
Driving Style
Fuel Economy Indicator
(on the MID)
Smooth, steady
acceleration
maximizes fuel efficiency
Smooth, steady
deceleration
maximizes fuel efficiency
Moderate acceleration
Moderate deceleration
Rapid acceleration
lowers fuel efficiency
Rapid deceleration
lowers fuel efficiency
ECO Score
Every time your vehicle is
turned off, your lifetime
driving score appears on
the MID. Depending on
your driving style, your
lifetime points can
increase or decrease. Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3
1. Press ECON. 2. The ECON mode indicator
comes on.
Info
buttons
Indicates real-time fuel efficiency. Results are displayed on the MID, where
sphere size increases or decreases based on your driving style.
Press either Info button (▲/▼) to
toggle to the Fuel Economy
Indicator.
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