2014 Ford C-MAX Energi Owner Manual - Page 187
2014 Ford C-MAX Energi Manual
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Driving Hints • • • Use the recommended engine oil. Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance. Use the coach and brake coach display to get feedback on your economical drive style. For more information, See Information Displays (page 88). DRIVING THROUGH WATER Note: Driving through deep water above the recommended levels can cause vehicle damage. If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars) or the bottom of the hubs (for trucks). Avoid these actions; they reduce your fuel economy: • Avoid sudden accelerations or hard accelerations. Accelerate and slow down in a smooth, moderate fashion. • Avoid revving the engine before turning off your vehicle. • Avoid long idle periods. • Do not warm up your vehicle on cold mornings. • Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. • Avoid carrying unnecessary weight. Approximately 1 mile per gallon (0.4 kilometers per liter) is lost for every 400 pounds (180 kilograms) of weight carried. • Avoid adding particular accessories to your vehicle (bug deflectors, car top carriers, ski or bike racks). • Avoid driving with the wheels out of alignment. Things to keep in mind when you refuel your vehicle: • Fuel generates fewer vapors when it is cool and dark outside. Fill your vehicle up in the early morning or late evening. • Use the recommended octane-rated fuel. Using fuel below the recommended rating will lower your fuel economy. E142667 When driving through water, traction or brake capability may be limited. Also, water may enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle may stall. Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 185 C-MAX (CCG)