Is it necessary to reset the average fuel consumption?
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It is necessary to reset the average fuel consumption. There are three methods to reduce vehicle fuel consumption: 1. Minimize vehicle weight: Keep the interior simple and avoid carrying unnecessary items. Every additional kilogram of load increases fuel consumption by 1%; 2. Avoid excessive modifications: Adding spoilers, protective covers, or wings can disrupt the original aerodynamic design, increasing wind resistance and consuming extra fuel. Modifying lights increases electrical usage, leading to unnecessary fuel consumption; 3. Develop good driving habits: Avoid sudden acceleration, driving at high speeds in low gears, prolonged idling, frequent lane changes or braking. Aim for smooth starts, steady-speed driving, and reduced braking.
I think resetting the average fuel consumption depends on personal habits. If you've just completed maintenance or are preparing for a long trip, resetting it is quite appropriate, as the recalculated average fuel consumption can better reflect the current vehicle condition and driving state. My personal habit is to reset it once after each maintenance, because with new engine oil and such, I want to see if there's any improvement in fuel consumption. However, if your usual driving conditions don't vary much, there's really no need to reset it frequently, as the onboard computer continuously calculates the average and updates the data. Moreover, resetting too often might obscure long-term fuel consumption trends, making it harder to grasp the vehicle's overall performance. In summary, resetting isn't mandatory, but doing it strategically can provide more valuable reference data.
