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rafal · Jul 24th, 2006, 09:41

Hello,

I have V50 with a 2.0D engine. I have never driven a diesel car before. Could you please write which rpm for whar gears is the best for engine durability and fuel economy? I found out that I should not use the engine hard before it warms up. I am trying to keep rotation between 1400 and 2000. On 1st and 2nd gear it can be even lower. I noticed that around 1500 - 2000 engine pulls well but I am afraid that 1500 - 1700 rpm is too low for the sixth gear.
Thanks in advance for your help!

Rafal

Jul 24th, 2006, 09:41	#1
rafal New Member Last Online: Jun 25th, 2009 20:44 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Brussels	V50 2.0D gears tips Hello, I have V50 with a 2.0D engine. I have never driven a diesel car before. Could you please write which rpm for whar gears is the best for engine durability and fuel economy? I found out that I should not use the engine hard before it warms up. I am trying to keep rotation between 1400 and 2000. On 1st and 2nd gear it can be even lower. I noticed that around 1500 - 2000 engine pulls well but I am afraid that 1500 - 1700 rpm is too low for the sixth gear. Thanks in advance for your help! Rafal