Fuel - Excess Consumption - Peterbilt 579 Operator's Manual

DRIVING TIPS AND TECHNIQUES
during steady state driving. In addition
to proper maintenance and good
driving habits, this visual cue can help
minimize the fuel consumption.
4
1. Optimal Engine Speed
Indicator
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Use of Instrument Cluster Display
The Instrument cluster display
provides information to help the driver
optimize vehicle efficiency. Refer to
Instrumentation Cluster Information on
page 3-14 for details. A driver will find
the section describing Trip Information
and the RPM Detail useful.
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Fuel - Excess Consumption

The vehicle's fuel consumption is
connected to three important factors:
maintenance, driving habits, and
general condition of the road, traffic
conditions, and vehicle load.
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