User Guide

VEHICLE OPERATION
OPERATE YOUR VEHICLE ECONOMICALLY AND MINIMIZE POLLUTION
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Do not drive longer than necessary
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the best possible fuel economy, mini-
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on the engine, brakes and tires, observ
the following points:
§ Kee
§ Drive smoothly, avoid abrup
ges in speed as much as possible.
§ Avoid jack rabbit starts and sudden
stop
§ Avoid unnecessary idling. Turn the
engine o
§ "Warm up" idling wastes gas. Start
the engine just before you are
drive. Accelerate slowly and smoothly.
§
in the lower gears. By upshifting early
you can economize on fuel consumption.
§ Organize
several errands.
§ Any additional weight carried in the
vehicle redu
keep cargo to a minimum and remove all
unnec
§ Remove roof and ski racks when not
in use.
§ All electrical consumers con
increased fuel consumption. Therefore,
use fan, rear window defogger, etc., only
when needed.
§ Check your vehicle's fuel consum-
ption regularly. Keep a written tally sheet
or use the trip odometer. Fuel consump-
tion will vary with traffic, road and wea-
ther conditions.
§ Have your vehicle serviced by an
authorized Audi dealer at the specified
intervals (see page 99 and your Mainte-
nance brochure).
§ Air cleaner should be inspected to
assure proper engine “breathing”.
§ Battery should be fully charged.
§ Wheels should be properly aligned.
§ Tires should be inflated to correct
pressures. Check tire pressures regularly
– at least once a month.
§ The published ENVIRONMENTAL
PROTECTION AGENCY (ERA) and
Transport Canada mileage estimates
may not agree with your actual high-
way mileage which will vary, depen-
ding upon vehicle load and speed, ro-
ad and weather conditions, trip length,
etc.
§ Have the engine oil level checked
with every fuel filling. Engine oil consum-
ption is normal but tends to be higher
when the engine is new. The use of qua-
lity engine oil and a correct engine oil le-
vel are essential for vehicle performance
and economical operation at all times.