Q: How do I view the average fuel economy?
How do I view the average fuel economy?
The average fuel economy shows you the gas mileage that your vehicle has been averaging. The average fuel economy is directly tied to the trip meters, and will be reset when the trip meter is reset. To view the average fuel economy, press the Sel/Reset button until the information display shows the average fuel economy on the instrument panel.
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