Volvo S60 Owner's Manual page 407

Economical driving
Drive economically and more environmentally
conscious by thinking ahead and avoiding
rapid starts and stops.
Adapt your driving style and speed to the cur-
rent traffic conditions.
Observe the following rules:
For lower fuel consumption, activate
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drive mode.
Use the Eco Coast function in drive mode
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Eco - engine braking is deactivated, allow-
ing the vehicle's kinetic energy to be used
to roll greater distances.
Use gear D as often as possible and avoid
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using the kick-down function.
For manual gear shifting, use the highest
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possible gear for the current traffic situa-
tion and road conditions - fuel consump-
tion is reduced at lower engine speeds
(rpm). Use the gear indicator
Maintain a steady speed and a generous
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following distance to traffic ahead to mini-
mize braking.
Fuel consumption is increased at high
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speeds - air resistance increases with
speed.
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The trip computer's current fuel consump-
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tion indicator can help promote more fuel-
efficient driving.
Do not warm up the engine by idling. It is
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better to begin driving normally immedi-
ately after starting the engine. A cold
engine uses more fuel than a warm
engine.
Eco
Whenever possible, avoid using the vehi-
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cle to drive short distances. The engine
does not have time to reach a normal
operating temperature and this leads to
increased fuel consumption.
Use engine braking to brake the vehicle,
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when this is safe for other road users.
Maintain the correct pressure in the tires
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and check pressure regularly.
The type of tires used could affect fuel
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consumption - consult a retailer for advice
on suitable tires.
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Remove unnecessary items from the vehi-
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cle - the heavier the load, the higher the
fuel consumption.
Roof loads increase air resistance and
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increase fuel consumption. Remove roof
boxes, ski racks, etc. that are not in use.
Avoid driving with the windows open.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
WARNING
Never turn off the engine while the vehicle
is moving, e.g. when driving downhill. This
deactivates certain important systems
such as power steering and brakes.
Other factors that decrease fuel
consumption
Dirty air cleaner.
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Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter.
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Incorrect front-end alignment.
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Incorrect wheel alignment.
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Some of the above items and others are
checked as part of Volvo's standard mainte-
nance schedule.
Related information
Drive-E ‒ purer driving pleasure (p. 28)
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Eco drive mode (p. 397)
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Checking tire pressure (p. 505)
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