2013 Ford C-MAX Hybrid Quick Reference Guide Printing 3 - Page 2

Maximize your Fuel Economy Get the Best Fuel Economy When You Utilize These Few Tips 1.  Use smooth acceleration and braking. According to the United States Department of Energy, aggressive driving can lower your gas mileage by up to 33 percent at highway speeds and 5 percent in the city. 2.  Carry the bare essentials. The Department of Energy estimates that an extra 100 pounds in your vehicle could reduce your fuel economy by up to two percent. quick tips 4 hybrid features 5 instrument panel 6-7 getting started with your SYNC system 8-9 commonly used voice commands 10 SYNC with MyFord Touch 11-13 function 14 convenience 15 comfort 16-17 parking aids 18 essential information 19 fuel tips 3.  Seasonal fuel makes a difference. Winter fuel contains slightly less energy than summer fuel, so the fuel blend you fill up with can impact your efficiency. 4. Idling burns fuel, too. You can burn up to half a gallon (1.9 liters) of fuel per hour while idling. Minimize your morning warm-up and parking lot waits to get the most out of filling your tank. 5. Avoid extreme temperatures. Find a shady or sheltered spot to help keep your lithium-ion battery operating efficiently, and minimize the amount of energy required to heat or cool your cabin temperature. 6. Use fewer accessories. Heated seats, the rear defroster, the air conditioner and other power features draw electrical energy. When you operate your accessories, you may notice that the gasoline engine needs to start. Check out your "Accessory Power" screen in your SmartGauge to see how much electricity is being used to power your vehicle's accessories. 7. Check your tires. Proper tire inflation helps you improve your fuel economy by up to 3.3 percent, according to the Department of Energy, while underinflation could lower your fuel economy by 0.3 percent for every 1 psi drop in pressure of all four tires. Check your vehicle's door sticker for recommended cold tire inflation pressure. *if equipped fuel history and coach Within the information displays, you'll be able to see how your driving style directly impacts your fuel economy. The instant fuel economy gauge provides instant fuel economy, plus your recent fuel economy averaged over selectable intervals of 1, 2 or 6 minutes. The fuel coach gauge can teach you how to improve your fuel economy by providing feedback on your recent Acceleration, Braking and Cruising behavior. ECO Cruise Control* saves vehicle energy by slowing down acceleration compared to standard cruise control. Your vehicle may relax its acceleration temporarily when going uphill. This feature can be turned on and off through the Driver Assist section of the Settings menu in the information display. 2