Gas Mileage
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Gas Mileage
I own a 98 Ranger that has a 3.0 engine. In the last month it has lost 2 MPG. I have installed a new K+N air filter, a new wire set and it has not improved. The spark plugs are new so I don't think they are causing the problem. Any ideas on what I should change next?
Thank You for your help.
Russ
Thank You for your help.
Russ
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From: Decatur
Gas Mileage
Do you live in an area of the country where oxygenated fuel in used in the winter months???
Also, how many miles are on your truck? Other than the K&N, do you have any other mods? Check engine light?
Please advise. Thanks!!!:-)
Also, how many miles are on your truck? Other than the K&N, do you have any other mods? Check engine light?
Please advise. Thanks!!!:-)
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From: Decatur
Gas Mileage
Yup, oxygenated fuel is most likely the culprit. BUT, it may not be a bad idea to change out the O2 sensors as a part of your tune-up. They really should be changed out at 50,000 miles. I do not know how many are on the '98, but my '99 has 3.
It's a worthy thing to do.
It's a worthy thing to do.
