Engine Coolant Check; Fuel Economy - Acura TL 2007 Owner's Manual

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Engine Coolant Check

MAX
RESERVE TANK
MIN
Look at the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is
between the MAX and MIN lines. If
it is below the MIN line, see
Adding
Engine Coolant
on page
286
information on adding the proper
coolant.
Refer to
Owner's Maintenance
Checks
on page
277
for information
about checking other items on your
vehicle.
Improving Fuel Economy
Always maintain your vehicle
according to the maintenance
messages given by the multi-
information display. See
Maintenance Checks
277
.
an underinflated tire
For example,
causes more ''rolling resistance,''
which uses more fuel.
The build-up of snow or mud on
your vehicle's underside adds
weight and rolling resistance.
Frequent cleaning helps your fuel
mileage and reduces the chance of
corrosion.
for
Drive moderately. Rapid
acceleration, abrupt cornering,
and hard braking use more fuel.
Always drive in the highest gear
possible.
Service Station Procedures, Fuel Economy
Try to maintain a constant speed.
Every time you slow down and
speed up, your vehicle uses extra
fuel. Use cruise control when
appropriate.
Owner's
on page
Combine several short trips into
one.
The air conditioning puts an extra
load on the engine which makes it
use more fuel. Use the fresh-air
ventilation when possible.
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