Volkswagen Golf 2021 Owner's Manual page 137

Use low viscosity engine oil
Fully "synthetic," low viscosity engine oils that ex-
pressly comply with Volkswagen oil quality stand-
ards can help reduce fuel consumption. Low viscosi-
ty engine oils reduce the frictional resistance on the
engine and are distributed more evenly and quickly,
particularly when cold-starting the engine. The ef-
fect is particularly apparent in vehicles that fre-
quently travel short distances.
Always ensure the right engine oil level is main-
tained and keep to the scheduled service intervals
(engine oil changes).
Make sure the engine oil that you purchase expressly
complies with Volkswagen oil quality standards and
is the oil approved by Volkswagen for your vehicle.
Avoid unnecessary weight
The lighter the vehicle, the more economical and
eco-friendly it will be. For example, an extra 220 lbs
(100 kg) of weight increases fuel consumption by up
to 1 pint per 60 miles (0.3 l/100 km). Remove unnec-
essary dead weight from the vehicle.
The more aerodynamic the vehicle, the less fuel it
will consume. Remove unnecessary items, such as
roof racks, from the vehicle.
Use extra electrical loads in moderation
Comfort inside the vehicle is important, but it is also
important to use extra electrical loads, such as the
air conditioner and seat heating, in an environmen-
tally conscious manner.
Saving energy can be easy, for example:
Think Blue. Trainer.
Fig. 95 Infotainment system screen: Think Blue. Trainer. (if equipped).
Your vehicle may be equipped with
a Think Blue. Trainer. that analyzes your driving
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Information on driving safely and efficiently
— In hot outside temperatures, it may be helpful to
ventilate the vehicle before driving and then to
drive a short distance with the windows open. Af-
ter that, switch on the air conditioner with the
windows closed. Keep the windows closed when
driving at high speeds. Open windows increase
wind resistance and fuel consumption.
— Switch off electrical loads once they have served
their purpose.
WARNING
Always adjust your speed and driving style to visi-
bility, road, traffic, and weather conditions.
NOTICE
Never let the vehicle coast or roll down a hill in Neu-
tral (N), especially when the engine is not running.
The transmission will not be lubricated and will be
damaged.
Find out about other ways to protect the envi-
ronment. Think Blue.
Volkswagen brand for sustainability and environ-
mental compatibility.
Your Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volks-
wagen Service Facility can provide you with
additional information about correct maintenance
and replacement parts that are particularly fuel effi-
cient, for example new tires.
Under the same conditions, the vehicle con-
sumes more fuel in winter than in summer.
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