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what does it mean when the ECO light comes on when i drive. I have a 2009 honda accord? what does it mean when the ECO light comes on when i drive. I have a 2009 honda accord?
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Old 10 Sep 2008, 02:01 pm
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Default what does it mean when the ECO light comes on when i drive. I have a 2009 honda accord?
what does it mean when the ECO light comes on when i drive. I have a 2009 honda accord?
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its running on 3 cylinders for economy
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Old 10 Sep 2008, 02:31 pm
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Since you mentioned the ECO light I am assuming you have a V6 model. When the ECO light comes on it means that 3 of your cylinders have cut off and the car is only running on the other 3. It burns less gas that way, which gives you better gas mileage. I have an 06 Honda Odyessy and it does the samething. Great on long trips with cruise control. That is the short version.
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Old 10 Sep 2008, 02:46 pm
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The Eco light means your Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) is engaged and that you are using either 3 or 4 cylinders, and not all 6, thus saving fuel. This link explains it very well http://automobiles.honda.com/accord-...px?feature=vcm .
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Old 10 Sep 2008, 03:01 pm
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CBRDGT is correct on the vehicle cutting the cylinders through VCM. The ECO light comes on when the engine is in it's most economical mode, even at 6 cylinders.
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