Nissan Sentra Owners Manual: Increasing fuel economy
- Keep your engine tuned up.
- Follow the recommended scheduled maintenance.
- Keep the tires inflated to the correct pressure.
Low tire pressure increases tire wear and lowers fuel economy.
- Keep the wheels in correct alignment. Improper alignment increases tire wear and lowers fuel economy.
- Use the recommended viscosity engine oil.
See “Engine oil and oil filter recommendations” in “Technical and consumer information” in this manual.
Fuel efficient driving tips
Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient Driving
Tips to help you achieve the most fuel economy
from your vehicle.
Use Smooth Accelerator and Brake
Pedal Application
Avoid rapid starts an ...
Parking/parking on hills
WARNING
Do not stop or park the vehicle over
flammable materials such as dry grass,
waste paper or rags. They may ignite
and cause a fire.
Safe parking procedures requir ...
Other materials:
Rear window defogger feedback signal
Description
Turns the indicator lamp in the rear window defogger switch ON when operating
the rear window defogger.
Component function check
1.Check rear window defogger feedback signal
Check that the indicator lamp of rear window defogger switch is illuminated
when turning the rear window
...
Break-in schedule
CAUTION
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km),
follow these recommendations to obtain
maximum engine performance and ensure
the future reliability and economy of your
new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommendations
may result in shortened
engine life and reduced engine
performance.
A ...
Battery
Keep the battery surface clean and dry.
Clean the battery with a solution of baking
soda and water.
Make certain the terminal connections are
clean and securely tightened.
If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or
longer, disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal cable to p ...
