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Increase your gas mileage

 
 
Many factors contribute to the fuel efficiency you may be getting in your vehicle. It's easier than you think to improve! Follow these guidelines* and see an increase in engine performance and gas mileage.
 
Items to Check and/or Change Regularly Include
 
Tire Pressure
 
Check tires regularly, under inflated tires can reduce your gas mileage up to 10%
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Air Filter
 
AIR FILTER:
A dirty or clogged air filter will result in lower fuel economy and increased engine wear. A dirty filter can reduce your gas mileage up to 20%.
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Spark Plugs
 
Worn or fouled spark plugs will cause your engine to perform poorly and reduce gas mileage as much as 12%.
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Spark Plug Wires
 
Replace wires for optimal performance. Change your wires along wtih the plugs.
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Distributor Cap
 
A worn or cracked distributor cap or rotor will reduce the performance of your engine and waste gas. Inspect them during tune up, replace if corroded or worn.
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Oxygen Sensor
 
A slow or faulty oxygen sensor will cause a drop in fuel economy of 10-15%.
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Fuel Filter
 
Clogged or restricted fuel filters not only reduce engine performance but can allow dirt to contaminate the fuel system and cause engine wear. Most manufacturers recommend replacement every 3 years or 36,000 miles.
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Fuel Injector Cleaner
 
   
FUEL INJECTOR CLEANER:
Clean fuel injectors perform better and make your engine more efficient.
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Air Intake Cleaner
 
Make sure your throttle body is clean with no build up. On engines equipped with a carburetor make sure the choke linkage is clean and operating properly.
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PCV Valve
 
Malfunctioning PCV valves or dirty breather filters prohibit your engine from breathing properly and hinder engine performance.
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Oil Change
 
Clean motor oil not only protects your engine, it can lower your exhaust emissions and allow your engine to operate more efficiently.
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*By following these simple guidelines and following regular maintenance schedules for your vehicle, you should see an increase in engine performance and actual gas mileage. Results will vary depending on individual vehicles, maintenance, model and other unique variables. This checklist presents suggested ways of enhancing gas mileage and engine performance. This does not guarantee results.
 

 

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