Mini Clubman owners manual page 98

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DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Loading roof-mounted luggage rackLow inflation pressure increases rolling resis- Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center of tance and thus leads to greater fuel consump- gravity when loaded, they have a major effect tion and tire wear. on vehicle handling and steering response. Drive off immediately You should therefore always remember not to exceed the approved roof load capacity, the Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the approved gross vehicle weight or the axle loads vehicle remains stationary. Start driving right when loading the rack. away, but at moderate engi ne speeds. This is the You can find the applicable data under Weights fastest way for the cold engine to reach its oper- on page178. ating temperature. The roof load must be distributed uniformly and Think ahead while driving should not be too large in area. Heavy items should always be placed at the bottom.Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking by When loading, make sure that there is sufficient maintaining a suitable distance to the vehicle space for the movement of the glass roof.driving ahead. Fasten roof-mounted cargo correctly and Driving smoothly and anticipating impending securely to prevent it from shifting or falling off traffic situations reduces fuel consumption. during the trip. Avoid high engine speeds Drive smoothly. Avoid sudden acceleration and Use first gear only for driving off. In second and braking maneuvers, and take corners gently.higher gears, accelerate smoothly to a suitable engine and road speed. In doing so, avoid high Saving fuel engine speeds and shift up early. When you reach your desired traveling speed, Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif-shift to the highest suitable gear and drive at ferent factors. The implementation of certain constant speed. measures, your driving style and regular mainte-As a rule: driving at low engine speeds lowers nance can have an influence on fuel consump-fuel consumption and reduces wear. tion and on the environmental impact. Coasting Remove unnecessary cargo When approaching a red traffic light, take your Additional weight increases fuel consumption.foot off the accelerator and let the vehicle coast to a halt in the highest suitable gear. Remove attached parts no longer in useOn a downhill gradient, take your foot off the Remove auxiliary mirrors, roof- or rear-mounted accelerator and let the vehicle coast in a suitable luggage racks whenever you are not using gear. them. Fuel supply is shut off automatically when the Attached parts on the vehicle affect its aerody-vehicle is coasting. namics and increase fuel consumption. Switch off the engine during lengthy Check tire inflation pressure regularlystops Check and, if necessary, correct tire inflation Switch off the engine when stopping for lengthy pressure at least twice a month and before start-periods, e.g. at traffic lights, railroad crossings or ing on a long trip. in traffic jams. 96 Online Online Edition Edition for for Part Part no. no. 01 01 40 40 2 2 607 607 326 326 - - © © 03/11 03/11 BMW BMW AGAG

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