Acura 2009 MDX - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 332)

Fuel Economy Factors
The following factors can lower your
vehicle's fuel economy:
●
Aggressive driving (hard
acceleration and braking)
●
Excessive idling, accelerating and
braking in stop-and-go traffic
● Cold engine operation (engines
are more efficient when warmed
up)
●
Driving with a heavy load or the air
conditioner running
●
Improperly inflated tires
Improving Fuel Economy
Vehicle Maintenance
A properly maintained vehicle
maximizes fuel economy. Poor
maintenance can significantly reduce
fuel economy. Always maintain your
vehicle according to the maintenance
messages displayed on the information
display (see Owner's Maintenance
Checks on page
389 ). For example:
● Use the recommended viscosity
motor oil, displaying the API
Certification Seal (see page
393 ).
● Maintain proper tire inflation －
An under-inflated tire increases
‘‘rolling resistance,’’ which reduces
fuel economy.
● Avoid carrying excess weight in
your vehicle
－ It puts a heavier
load on the engine, increasing fuel
consumption.
● Keep your vehicle clean － In
particular, a build-up of snow or mud
on your vehicle's underside adds
weight and rolling resistance.
Frequent cleaning helps your fuel
economy.
Drive Efficiently
●
Drive moderately － Rapid
acceleration, abrupt cornering, and
hard braking increase fuel
consumption.
●
Observe the speed limit －
Aerodynamic drag has a big effect
on fuel mileage at speeds above 45
mph (75 km/h). Reduce your
speed and you reduce the drag.
Trailers, car top carriers, roof
racks and bike racks are also big
contributors to increased drag.
●
Avoid excessive idling － Idling
results in 0 miles per gallon.
Fuel Economy
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