To display the distance driven on trips 1 and 2, select the Route item in the MFI menu. Press the / +
button ⇒ fig. 12 to toggle between Route 1 and Route 2 (trip 1 and trip 2). Push and hold the / + button
to manually reset a trip memory to zero.
1 Single trip
memory
The memory accumulates and stores information about distance driven
and fuel used from the time the ignition was switched on until the time it
was switched off.
If the ignition stays off for 2 hours or more, stored information is auto-
matically deleted. If the trip is continued within 2 hours after the ignition
was switched off, the new values are added.
2 Total trip memory
The memory displays and stores the accumulated driving and fuel
consumption data of any number of single trips up to a total driving
time of 99 hours and 59 minutes, and up to a total distance of
9,999 miles (9,999 km). If one of the maximum values is exceeded,
then the memory is automatically cleared and starts again from 0.
Possible MFI menu displays
The following displays can be accessed in the MFI menu if enabled under Settings > MFI data.
Displays that are not enabled will not appear.
Display Function
Travel time -- h/min Driving time in hours (h) and minutes (min) corresponding to trip mem-
ories 1 and 2 (toggle).
Consumption
--.- mpg
Current fuel consumption in miles per gallon (l/100 km) while driving.
When units are set to miles, dashes appear instead of a number when
the engine is running and the vehicle is standing still.
When units are set to kilometers, the display shows liters consumed
per hour when the engine is running and the vehicle is standing still.
Consumption
--.- l/100 km
Av. consumption
--.- mpg
Average fuel consumption in miles per gallon (l/100 km) on trips per trip
memories 1 and 2 (toggle) is displayed once the vehicle has been
driven about 330 feet (100 m). Until then, dashes appear instead of a
number. The value displayed is updated every 5 seconds. Av. consumption
--.- l/100 km
Range -- mi Estimated distance in miles (km) that the vehicle can go with the fuel
left in the tank the way you are currently driving. Takes account of the
current fuel consumption, among other things. Range -- km
Route -- mi Distance driven in miles (km) per trip memories 1 and 2 (toggle).
Route -- km
Average speed
-- mph
Average speed on trips per trip memories 1 and 2 (toggle). Displayed
once the vehicle has been driven about 300 feet (100 m). Until then,
dashes may appear instead of a number. The value displayed is up-
dated every 5 seconds. Average speed
-- km/h
-- mph Digital display of current vehicle speed.
-- km/h
Oil temp. Current engine oil temperature (digital display; 3.6 liter engine only).
Speed warning
--- mph
When the set speed (from 20–155 mph or 30–250 km/h) is exceeded,
an acoustic warning sounds and a visual message may also appear in
Calm and smooth driving
Consistency is more important than speed. The more smoothly you drive, the less fuel the vehicle
consumes.
When driving on the highway or freeway, a constant, moderate speed is more efficient and economical
than constantly accelerating and braking. Usually you can reach your destination just as quickly by
driving at a moderate, but steady speed.
The cruise control system can assist in maintaining a uniform driving style.
Moderate use of extra electrical loads
Comfort inside the vehicle is nice and important, but it is important to use them in an environmentally
conscious manner.
Some devices can increase fuel consumption when activated (examples):
x Climate control system (air conditioner): If the air conditioner has to produce starkly contrasting
temperatures, it requires a large amount of energy, which is generated by the engine. The temperature
in the vehicle should therefore not be extremely different from that of the outside temperature. It may
be helpful to ventilate the vehicle before driving and then to drive a short distance with the windows
open. After that, switch on the air conditioner with the windows closed. Keep the windows closed when
driving at high speeds. Open windows increase fuel consumption.
x Switch off seat heating once it has served its purpose.
x Switch off the rear window defroster as soon as the windows are free of fog and ice.
Additional factors that increase fuel consumption (examples):
x Malfunctioning engine control.
x Driving in the mountains.
x Towing a trailer.
NOTICE
Never let the vehicle coast or roll down a hill in Neutral (N), especially when the engine is not
running. The transmission will not be lubricated and will be damaged.
Fuel-efficient driving
Fig. 124 Fuel consumption in mpg at 2 different outside air temperatures.
