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Old May 29, 2010 | 06:37 PM
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I Gutted the Kitty and My MPG's went from 15.5 avg to 13.8. hwy was getting 16-17 now its 14. Anyone had an issue like this
 
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Old May 29, 2010 | 07:18 PM
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Do a computer reset and see if there is something in the memory that is interfering with you new purrless world.
 
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Haven't removed the cat, but I've been losing MPG for sure. Was averaging 18+ now I'm lucky to get 15...
 
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Are you sure you are not running in limp mode.
 
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Old May 29, 2010 | 10:34 PM
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Are you sure you are not running in limp mode.
That's the best question of the day. When I lost my kitty...my mileage got better. But then I didn't gut mine, I just replaced it when it ran away.
 
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How would you determine if you're in limp mode?
 
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Do you have a CEL?
 
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i do not. I've been running my A/C more but I wouldn't think it would reduce my mileage by 20%
 
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i do not. I've been running my A/C more but I wouldn't think it would reduce my mileage by 20%
It's very possible it could, AC doesn't really lower mileage all that much on the highway, but around town it really sucks down your mileage.

The better question would be have you put your foot in to it a little more now that you have a little more grunt?
 
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