What does the ECO display on the Buick Excelle dashboard mean?
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The ECO display indicates that the vehicle's economy driving mode is activated. ECO is an English abbreviation formed from the words Ecology (environmental protection), Conservation (energy saving), and Optimization (power). The Eco mode is further divided into active eco driving mode and non-active eco driving mode. Eco mode is categorized into active and non-active types, with the difference being that the active type has its own dedicated button, allowing the driver to choose whether to enable it. When the driver presses the Eco mode switch, the dashboard indicator light will illuminate, and the vehicle will automatically begin adjusting settings such as throttle opening, transmission shift logic, and air conditioning output power. Non-active Eco mode does not have a dedicated button. When the dashboard Eco indicator light comes on, it serves only as a reminder function. The Eco system automatically evaluates your driving behavior. If your current driving operation achieves the optimal fuel supply, the dashboard will simultaneously display the Eco indicator light. Most vehicles use the active Eco driving mode, meaning they have a dedicated switch button. In daily driving, we can enable Eco mode, except when the speed exceeds 120 km/h, during idle parking, in N/P gear, or in manual mode—especially when climbing hills. In these situations, enabling Eco mode would not reflect its fuel-saving characteristics and could even affect the vehicle's power performance. Additionally, Eco mode typically deactivates under the following conditions: When the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h, the system prioritizes speed, and Eco mode automatically deactivates. During idle parking or in N/P gear or manual mode, Eco mode may also deactivate. When high torque output is required, such as when climbing a hill, the engine control unit prioritizes ensuring sufficient power to drive the vehicle, and Eco mode will not operate.
