
Cold starting
Short journeys and frequent cold starts do not allow the engine to reach optimum operating temperature.
This results in a significant increase in consumption levels (from +15 to +30% on the urban cycle) and emission of harmful substances.
Traffic situations and road conditions
Rather high consumption levels are tied to situations with heavy traffic, for example in queues with frequent use of the lower gears or in cities with many traffic lights. Also winding mountain roads and rough road surfaces adversely affect consumption.
Traffic hold-ups
During prolonged hold-ups (e.g.: level crossings) the engine should be switched off.
Renault Clio. Parking sensor
Operating principle
Ultrasonic detectors, installed in the
rear bumper (depending on the vehicle),
measure the distance between the
vehicle and an obstacle whilst reversing.
This measurement is ...
Mazda 2. Turbocharger Information (SKYACTIV-D 1.5)
CAUTION
After driving at freeway speeds or up a long hill, idle the
engine at least 30 seconds
before stopping it. Otherwise, the turbocharger could be damaged. However,
when
i-stop oper ...
Citroen C3. Sitting comfortably
Front seats
1. Forwards-backwards adjustment.
2. Height adjustment.
3. Seat back angle adjustment.
Other adjustments
4. Head restraint height adjustment.
Steering wheel adjustment
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