Starting The Engine - Volvo S40 2001 Owner's Manual

2001 Volvo S40 & V40
· Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tire pressure regularly (check when tires are cold).
· Remove snow tires when threat of snow or ice has ended.
· Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc., increase air resistance and thereby fuel consumption.
· Avoid using automatic transmission kickdown feature unless necessary.
· Avoid using the air conditioning when it is not required. When engaged, the air conditioner's
compressor places an additional load on the engine. However, please note that fuel consumption is lower
with the air conditioning on than it is when driving with the air conditioning switched off and the
windows down.
· Utilizing the fuel consumption modes in the Trip Computer can help you "learn" how to drive more
economically.
Other factors which decrease gas mileage are:
· Worn or dirty spark plugs
· Incorrect spark plug gap
· Dirty air cleaner
· Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
· Dragging brakes
· Incorrect front end alignment
Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard Maintenance Service
intervals.
NOTE: The automatic transmission's (D)rive position should be used as often as possible to help
improve fuel economy.
WARNING!
It is recommended that tires of the same make and dimensions be used on all four wheels (including
the use of snow tires). Do not use bias ply tires as this will adversely alter vehicle handling
characteristics. Maintain correct tire pressure.
WARNING!
Do not drive with trunk lid open! A warning light in the instrument panel will indicate that the trunk
is open. Poisonous exhaust gases may enter via the open trunk lid. If the trunk lid/tailgate must be
kept open for any reason, proceed as follows:
· Close the windows.
· Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and side windows and blower
control to its highest setting.
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