Couple questions learning stick again *Update picked up new car

[soccerballtux]

I don't know about the 1.6EB specifically, but the DFCO on the 2.0EB isn't THAT aggressive. Just coasting even on a slight downhill grade will not always cut the fuel but a larger grade will. The EB engines are pretty efficient when not under load so even if it's feeding the injectors, it won't be a noticeable difference in fuel economy overall.

_Rick_ is correct on staying out of boost, however. That will definitely drop your fuel economy in a big way.

Also to the OP: your fuel economy will improve significantly after ~5000 miles, then again after ~10,000. These engines take a little while to break in, and obviously you'll learn to drive them more efficiently with time.

why...wouldn't all cars...cut the fuel when coasting...that's lame. I'm glad mine does...fully

 

[hanoverphist]

why...wouldn't all cars...cut the fuel when coasting...that's lame. I'm glad mine does...fully

my manual transmission dodge truck runs about 1500-1700 rpm when coasting in gear, it drops down to about 1000 with the clutch in. it is much lower when stopped and clutch in tho. may be due to being old tho, 2001.

OP, nice ride, i do like the ST versions. have fun!

 

[NutBucket]

why...wouldn't all cars...cut the fuel when coasting...that's lame. I'm glad mine does...fully

Just depends on what the manufacturer decided to do. I would assume all cars built in the last few years do it now with the huge focus on fuel economy.

 

[SearchMaster]

Just depends on what the manufacturer decided to do. I would assume all cars built in the last few years do it now with the huge focus on fuel economy.

It cuts the fuel delivery, but not necessarily down to zero in all circumstances. I don't have my ScanGauge hooked up to mine but there's a TEST mode that can be engaged that shows fuel delivery and there are times when it seems like the injectors could be shut off but they're not. Ford engineers aren't stupid and they've invested a ton of money in the EB engines and they're doing whatever is best for fuel economy and engine life.

 

[kitatech]

It cuts the fuel delivery, but not necessarily down to zero in all circumstances.

Yes, DFCO is typically active between 1500 and 2500rpm...some higher...to 3500rpm