Dodge 2011 Grand Caravan - Manual (Page 358)

Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode
The Fuel Economy (ECON) mode can improve the vehi-
cle’s overall fuel economy during normal driving condi-
tions. Press the “econ” switch in the center stack of the
instrument panel and a green light will indicate the
ECON mode is engaged.
When the Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode is engaged, the
vehicle control systems will be able to change the follow-
ing:
• The transmission will upshift sooner and downshift
later.
• The transmission will skip select gears during shifts to
allow the engine to operate at lower speeds.
• The torque converter clutch will engage sooner (lower
engine rpm’s) and remain on longer.
• The engine idle speed will be lower.
• The overall driving performance will be more
conservative.
Fuel Economy Mode Switch
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