Fuel Economy Mode - Chevrolet Equinox 2015 Owner's Manual

M (Manual Mode) will prevent
shifting to a lower gear range if the
engine speed is too high. If vehicle
speed is not reduced within the time
allowed, the lower gear range shift
will not be completed. Slow the
vehicle, then press the
button to the desired lower gear
range.
While using the ERS, cruise control
can be used.

Fuel Economy Mode

Vehicles with a 2.4L engine have a
Fuel Economy Mode. When
engaged, Fuel Economy Mode can
improve the vehicle's fuel economy.
(Minus)
Press the eco (economy) button to
turn this feature on or off. The eco
light in the instrument cluster will
come on when engaged. See Fuel
Economy Light on page 5-19.
A Driver Information Center (DIC)
message is also displayed. See
Fuel System Messages on
page 5-27.
Driving and Operating
When Fuel Economy Mode is on:
The transmission will upshift
sooner and downshift later.
The torque converter clutch will
apply sooner and stay on longer.
The gas pedal will be less
sensitive.
The vehicle's computer will more
aggressively shut off fuel to the
engine under deceleration.
The engine idle speed will be
lower.
Driving performance is more
conservative.
The climate controls may take
longer to heat or cool the cabin.
The rear defogger will stay on
for shorter periods of time.
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