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Fuel Economy Technology Systems: Eco Mode
I-CAR · March 20, 2019
Summary
This article explains how Eco Mode systems improve fuel economy by restricting comfort features like HVAC, cruise control, and heated seats, as well as altering transmission and engine performance. It highlights the importance of checking if Eco Mode is engaged when diagnosing issues with these systems and emphasizes referencing the service manual for proper repair procedures.
What to do on the job
Check if Eco Mode is engaged when diagnosing customer complaints regarding HVAC, cruise control, heated seats, or engine/transmission performance, and reference the service manual before servicing.
How to use it
Use this document to justify diagnostic time and scanning/testing of Eco Mode systems and related comfort or powertrain features when a customer reports post-collision performance issues with HVAC, heated seats, or cruise control.
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