FORD 2005 Escape Hybrid v.1 - Manual (Page 9)

DRIVING TO OPTIMIZE FUEL ECONOMY
Fuel economy can be significantly impacted by your driving habits and
accessory usage. To optimize the fuel economy in your vehicle, please be
aware of the following vehicle functions which affect fuel economy:
A/C operation
• With the climate control system set to MAX A/C, defrost, or
defrost/floor mode (the orange graphics on your climate control), the
engine will run continuously, reducing fuel economy. Setting the
climate control system to A/C mode or A/C
mode also reduces
fuel economy, but in this case the A/C only operates when the engine
is already running due to other demands. Because the engine does not
run continuously, A/C
mode is more fuel efficient than MAX
A/C mode.
Driver habits
• In general, better fuel economy is achieved during moderate
acceleration and deceleration as opposed to aggressive acceleration
and deceleration. This is true regardless of the mode in which you’re
operating your vehicle.
• To maximize fuel economy, try to extend the length of time the
vehicle operates in electric mode by lightly accelerating. The more you
keep the engine from starting, the better fuel economy you will
achieve.
• For more information on improving the fuel economy of your Escape
Hybrid, refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the Maintenance
and Specifications chapter.
SPECIAL NOTICES
Emission warranty
The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper
Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 6.0L
Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligible
for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For a
detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered, refer to
the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s
Guide.
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