Fuel Consumption; Towing Behind A Recreational Vehicle (Rv); Luggage Rack (If Equipped) - Mercury Tracer 1997 Owner's Manual

Driving
Towing behind a recreational
vehicle (RV)
Do not tow your vehicle behind
another vehicle, such as an RV,
unless front wheel dollies are used.

Luggage rack (if equipped)

Load luggage as far back as it will
safely go on the rack without
causing the vehicle to exceed the
gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR) or gross axle weight
rating (GAWR).

FUEL CONSUMPTION

Fuel economy can be improved by
avoiding:
• lack of regular, scheduled
maintenance
• excessive speed
• rapid acceleration
• driving with the brake pedal
depressed
• sudden stops
• extended engine idling
• use of speed control in hilly
terrain
• extended use of the air
conditioner, defroster, rear
window defroster and other
accessories
• underinflated tires
• heavy loads
• aftermarket add-ons such as
bike, ski or luggage racks, bug
deflectors, etc.
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