Economical Driving And Environmental Sustainability - Skoda Octavia Owner's Manual

New brake pads
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First read and observe the introductory information given on page 130.
New brake pads initially do not provide optimal braking performance. They first
need to be "run in". Drive especially carefully for the first 200 km or so.

Economical driving and environmental sustainability

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Looking ahead
Economical gear changing
Avoiding full throttle
Reducing idling
Avoiding short distances
Convenience consumers
Checking tyre inflation pressure
Avoiding unnecessary ballast
Regular maintenance
Saving electrical energy
Environmental compatibility
The technical requirements for low fuel usage and economic efficiency of the ve-
hicle have already been built into the vehicle at the works. ŠKODA places a partic-
ular emphasis on minimising negative effects on the environment.
It is necessary to take note of the guidelines given in this chapter in order to
make best use of these characteristics and to maintain their effectiveness.
Fuel consumption, environmental pollution and the wear to the engine, brakes
and tyres depend essentially on the following three factors:
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your personal style of driving.
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the conditions under which your vehicle is use,
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technical requirements.
The fuel economy by can be improved by 10 -15 % by always looking ahead and
driving in an economical way.
Fuel consumption is also be influenced by external factors which are beyond the
driver's control. Consumption increases during the winter or under difficult condi-
tions, on poor roads, etc.
Fuel consumption can vary considerably from the manufacturer's data, as a result
of outside temperatures, the weather and driving style.
The optimal engine speed should be obtained when accelerating, in order to
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avoid a high fuel consumption and resonance of the vehicle.
CAUTION
All the speed and engine revolution figures apply only when the engine is at its
normal operating temperature.
Looking ahead
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
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A vehicle's highest fuel consumption occurs when accelerating, therefore unnec-
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essary accelerating and braking should be avoided. If looking ahead when driving,
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less braking and consequently less accelerating are required.
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If possible, let your vehicle coast to a stop, or use the engine brake, if you can see
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that the next set of traffic lights is on red, for example.
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Starting-off and Driving