Save Fuel in the Quick Lane
Published Monday, 05 July, 2010 by Lori Solomon. Categories: Service, People, Body Shop.
Proper vehicle maintenance doesn't just help extend the life of your vehicle - it can help relieve some of the financial pressure brought on by high gas prices. The following are a few key services our factory-trained auto service technicians can perform to help boost your mpg and fuel economy.
- Check your oxygen sensor. An oxygen sensor is part of your vehicle's emission control system. Replacing a faulty one can improve gas mileage by as much as 40%
- Replace a clogged air filter. All of the dirt, dust and grime have a negative impact on your engine's performance. This simple and often overlooked maintenance can increase fuel efficiency by about 10%
- Get an engine tune-up. Making sure all your systems are operating at their best can save you 4% in fuel efficiency
- Keep your tires inflated to the proper pressure. Making sure your tire pressure isn't too low - or too high - can improve your gas mileage by around 3%
- Get the recommended grade of motor oil. Our experts offer a full line of high-quality oil and filter products from Motorcraft?. Using the one that's right for your vehicle can help improve fuel efficiency by up to 2%
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