Subaru 2003 Legacy - Manual (Page 301)

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Driving tips
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Fuel economy hints
The following suggestions will help to save your fuel.
D Select the proper gear position for the speed and road conditions.
D Avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration. Always accelerate gently
until you reach the desired speed. Then try to maintain that speed for as
long as possible.
D Do not pump the accelerator and avoid racing the engine.
D Avoid unnecessary engine idling.
D Keep the engine properly tuned.
D Keep the tires inflated to the correct pressure shown on the tire plac-
ard, which is located under the door latch on the driver’s side. Low pres-
sure will increase tire wear and fuel consumption.
D Use the air conditioner only when necessary.
D Keep the front and rear wheels in proper alignment.
D Avoid carrying unnecessary luggage or cargo.
Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)
WARNING
D
Never inhale engine exhaust gas. Engine exhaust gas contains
carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is danger-
ous, or even lethal, if inhaled.
D
Always properly maintain the engine exhaust system to pre-
vent engine exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.
D
Never run the engine in a closed space, such as a garage, ex-
cept for the brief time needed to drive the vehicle in or out of it.
D
Avoid remaining in a parked vehicle for a lengthy time while
the engine is running. If that is unavoidable, then use the ventila-
tion fan to force fresh air into the vehicle.
D
Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free from snow,
leaves or other obstructions to ensure that the ventilation system
always works properly.