Driving style has a significant impact on fuel consumption. Below are some tips for saving gasoline.
- After starting the engine, immediately move off, even if this happens in the cold;
- When stopping the car for longer than 40 seconds, turn off the engine;
- Always drive in the highest possible high gear;
- When driving long distances, maintain a steady speed whenever possible. Avoid driving at high speeds. Do not slow down unnecessarily;
- Do not transport excess cargo by car;
- Check tire pressure. Avoid excessive pressure reduction.
Safety and cleanliness measures when working with the fuel system
- Do not work on the fuel system near an open flame, do not smoke and do not turn on heaters! Keep a fire extinguisher ready;
- Always disconnect the negative cable from the battery before working on the fuel system to prevent sparks. Before disconnecting the battery, read the trouble codes (see chapter Engine Electrical Systems);
- Keep the workplace well ventilated - fuel vapors are poisonous;
- Do not allow gasoline to come into contact with rubber or leather surfaces, as however, they may be damaged;
- The fuel system is pressurized and fuel may escape when it is opened - wear protective goggles. Clean up spilled fuel with rags;
- Hose connections are fastened with tape or clamp clamps. Clamping clamps during disassembly should be replaced with tape ones;
- Connections and places adjacent to them must be thoroughly cleaned before opening;
- Place the removed components on a clean pad and cover with polyethylene, paper or lint-free rags;
- Close open male connectors, for example with suitable plugs;
- Install only clean parts - remove replacement components from the packaging immediately before installation. Do not use parts that have been stored unpackaged;
- Avoid using compressed air with an open fuel system, if possible, try not to move the car;
- Do not use sealants containing silicone, as silicone particles that have entered the engine do not burn out and may cause failure of the lambda probes;
- Before removing the fuel tank, pump out the fuel from it with a pump specially designed for this purpose;
- Remember that even an empty fuel tank remains explosive;
- After installing the fuel system components, start the engine and check all connections for leaks.