Economical Driving And Environmental Sustainability; Running In - Skoda Yeti Owner's Manual

Never drive at unnecessarily high engine speeds even after the running-in period
is complete. The maximum permissible engine speed is marked by the start of the
red scale area of the revolutions counter. On vehicles fitted with a manual gear-
box, at the very latest shift up into the next gear when the red area is reached.
During acceleration (depressing the accelerator) exceptionally high engine
speeds are automatically reduced, yet the engine is not protected against too
high engine speeds which are caused by incorrectly shifting down the gears re-
sulting in a sudden increase of the engine speeds above the permitted maximum
revolutions which can lead to engine damage.
For a vehicle fitted with a manual gearbox the converse situation also applies: Do
not drive at an engine speed that is too low. Shift down a gear when the engine
is no longer running smoothly. Observe the recommended gear
mended gear.
CAUTION
All the speed and engine revolution figures apply only when the engine is at its
normal operating temperature. Never rev up a cold engine when the vehicle is
stationary or when driving in individual gears.
For the sake of the environment
Not driving at unnecessarily high engine revolutions and shifting to a higher gear
as early as possible are ways to minimise fuel consumption and operating noise
levels and protects the environment.
New tyres
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First read and observe the introductory information given on page 125.
New tyres must firstly be "run in", as they do not offer optimal grip at first. There-
fore, drive especially carefully for the first 500 km or so.
New brake pads
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First read and observe the introductory information given on page 125.
New brake pads do not initially provide optimal braking performance. They first
need to be "run in". Therefore, drive especially carefully for the first 200 km or so.
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Driving

Economical driving and environmental sustainability

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Looking ahead
Energy-efficient gear switching
Avoiding full throttle
Reducing idling
Regular maintenance
» page 11, Recom-
Avoid short distances
Checking tyre inflation pressures
Avoid unnecessary ballast
Saving electricity
Environmental compatibility
The technical requirements for low fuel usage and economic efficiency of the ve-
hicle have already been built into the vehicle at the works. ŠKODA places a partic-
ular emphasis on minimising negative effects on the environment.
It is necessary to take note of the guidelines given in this chapter in order to
make best use of these characteristics and to maintain their effectiveness.
 Fuel consumption, environmental pollution and the wear to the engine, brakes
and tyres depend essentially on the following three factors:
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your personal driving style
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operating conditions
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technical requirements
The fuel economy by can be improved by 10 -15 % by always looking ahead and
driving in an economical way.
Fuel consumption is also be influenced by external factors which are beyond the
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driver's control. Consumption increases during the winter or under difficult condi-
tions, on poor roads, etc.
Fuel consumption can vary considerably from the manufacturer's data, as a result
of outside temperatures, the weather and driving style.
The optimal engine speed should be obtained when accelerating, in order to
avoid a high fuel consumption and resonance of the vehicle.
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