Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded
To improve acceleration and gas mileage, the air conditioner compressor is designed to temporarily shut off during air conditioner operation whenever the accelerator is fully depressed such as during rapid acceleration or when driving on a steep upgrade.
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Recommended shifting speeds
The best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance during normal
driving is ensured by shifting up at the speeds listed in the following table.
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Checking the oil level
Check the engine oil level at each fuel
stop.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
stop the engine.
Turbo models
Non-turbo models
2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean,
and in ...
Acceleration, Ride & Handling
One engine is available in the Tribeca, and it's a solid one. The 3.6-liter,
horizontally opposed six-cylinder makes 256 horsepower and offers punchy
acceleration around town. Even the lightest ta ...