Eco Assist Tm - Honda 2013 INSIGHT Technology Reference Manual

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ECO ASSIST
Provides real-time feedback on your driving style so you can learn how to maximize fuel
efficiency. It consists of the Ecological Drive Display (on the MID), Ambient Meter,
ECON button, and ECON indicator.
Activating the ECON Mode
1. Press ECON.
2. The
ECON
mode indicator
comes on.
Note: When turned on, performance of the vehicle's engine, transmission, cruise control,
and air conditioning system are adjusted to maximize fuel efficiency.
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3. Check the MID.
4. Press either INFO ( /q)
button and toggle to the
Ecological Drive Display.
Driver Feedback
Real-time Fuel Efficiency Coach
Eco Drive Bar
Driving Style
(on the MID)
Smooth, steady
acceleration
maximizes fuel efficiency
Smooth, steady
deceleration
maximizes fuel efficiency
Moderate acceleration
Moderate deceleration
Rapid acceleration
lowers fuel efficiency
Rapid deceleration
lowers fuel efficiency
Goals:
• Keep the Eco Drive bar near the center.
• Keep the Ambient Meter at GREEN.
• Develop a driving style that maximizes fuel efficiency.
Deceleration
Acceleration
Efficient
Zones
Inefficient
Inefficient
Braking Zone
Driving Zone
Ambient Meter
Background Color
Fuel Efficiency
Changes
High
Low
NORMAL/ECON mode shown
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