Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is the number of miles per gallon your car gets and this can vary depending on how you maintain and drive your vehicle. Low tire pressure, a clogged air filter, worn or fouled spark plugs will lower gas mileage. Aggressive driving ca also reduce gas mileage - as much as 33% on the highway and 5% on city streets. As does excessive idling, driving over the speed limit and using the car's A/C system.
Why do I need this service?
- A properly maintained vehicle can improve its efficiency and save your money. Things to consider:
- Tires can loose pressure due to seasonal temperature changes and prevent your vehicle from getting maximum performance and mileage.
- Air filters can become clogged with dirt, dust or bugs, which choke off the air and create a rich mixture that wastes gas and causes the engine to loose power.
- Worn or fouled spark plugs can cause the engine to loose power or misfire and waste fuel.
Typical Service
- Tire pressure should be checked at least monthly, including the spare. Under inflated tires can lead to higher fuel costs by as much as five to ten cents a gallon.
- The air filter should be inspected at each oil change and replaced if dirty, torn, water or oil soaked. Replacing a clogged filter can improve gas mileage by as much as 10%.
- A routine tune-up will include checking the spark plugs which have a replacement interval ranging from 30,000 to 100,000 miles or per the owners manual, replacing any other ignition system and/or emission system parts that may be needed, replacing the fuel and air filters, adjusting the ignition timing and idle speed (if applicable), and ensuring the onboard computer control system is working properly. A tune-up can improve gas mileage by an average of 4%
- Oil and the oil filter should be changed every 3,000 miles or as recommended by the manufacturer.
Clean vs. Dirty oil
