How to Turn On/Off the Corolla ECO Mode?
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Corolla's ECO mode is automatically activated and does not have a manual switch. The ECO mode only appears when the car is driven in the most fuel-efficient state. Below is some information about the ECO mode: 1. When driving in the city, where traffic congestion prevents high speeds, the ECO mode can effectively reduce fuel consumption. When this function is enabled, the vehicle's acceleration is correspondingly limited. Disabling the function results in more noticeable acceleration. Enabling ECO can reduce fuel consumption by 1-2 liters per 100 kilometers. 2. When the optimal fuel supply is achieved, the dashboard will simultaneously display the green "ECO" indicator. If the accelerator pedal is pressed hard for acceleration or when encountering uphill sections, the "ECO" indicator will disappear.
As a long-time Corolla owner who's driven this car for three years, I find the ECO mode switch quite intuitive. Every time you start the car, you'll notice a button with a leaf symbol below the left side of the steering wheel - just press it once to illuminate the ECO light (indicating activation), and press again to turn it off. I usually activate it during city traffic jams; the engine response becomes smoother, the AC doesn't blast aggressively, and it genuinely saves some fuel costs - about tens of dollars less on gas monthly. I deactivate it before highway driving for freer acceleration, ensuring I don't lag behind when overtaking during road trips with friends. Avoid frequent toggling - while not particularly harmful to the vehicle's system, maintaining consistent usage maximizes the fuel economy benefits. If you can't locate the button, consult your owner's manual - depending on the model, it might be accessed through the center display menu or instrument cluster settings. Overall, this feature is very user-friendly for fuel-saving beginners - definitely worth trying out.
