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RichIgboBoy:
have you tried using this car for long distance trips to calculate the fuel usage?

No, I haven't tried that sir.
But from what I'm experiencing, I think it'd still be same result.

BlindAngel:
Yes, same thing my mechanic suggested, he said if I have both catalyst replaced it'd be the end of the excess fuel draining issue, I tole him that I'm ready to have both changed but I'm afraid it might not work, that I have already spent a lot in trying to resolve this fuel issue and replacing the catalyst and, if eventually it didn't work will be a very huge blow to me. If not, I'm fully ready to have them replaced.

oga why not buy a toks engine and enjoy your ride?

BlindAngel:
No, I haven't tried that sir.
But from what I'm experiencing, I think it'd still be same result.

I doubt, short distance trips consume more fuel, I felt my car was consuming too much fuel until last month when I did a highway travel of about 120km with fuel of 7k.

BlindAngel:
Okay, that's what I I will do...thank you.

Please don’t sell that car at a loss many people will even rush to buy it here on nairaland despite its present condition, if you can put those catalyst it would reduce the fuel consumption but I can’t guarantee it would be like consumption from factory. Besides this trip on the 8L did you do it with the AC on, was there holdup was it a free road.

Bro, sell that car. Don't take any further risk. I was in your situation with the same type of car by this time last year. It was my second car then. I eventually sold it while away on a trip through my Vulcanizer because I don't know and didn't see the buyer. The Vulcanizer simply called me and handed over the phone to the buyer and we settled on price. He made transfer to me and took the car all in my absence. Later I learnt na Y guy and that same day he started pimping the car. I got an 010 corolla and since then I have known peace.


Sir, will a catalyst solve the problem?
If yes and with full assurance then can risk it, even if it's getting a China catalyst as advised by one of the mechanic, please let me know your opinion, I will highly appreciate it[/quote]

Bro, sell that car. Don't take any further risk. I was in your situation with the same type of car by this time last year. It was my second car then. I eventually sold it while away on a trip through my Vulcanizer because I don't know and didn't see the buyer. The Vulcanizer simply called me and handed over the phone to the buyer and we settled on price. He made transfer to me and took the car all in my absence. Later I learnt na Y guy and that same day he started pimping the car. I got an 010 corolla and since then I have known peace.

BlindAngel:
I don't like corolla, but because I was told it's very fuel efficient, and the difference between it's consumption and Keke isn't much and very noticeable. I have optioned to go for corolla.

It's not true that the difference between a Corolla and Keke isn't much...If this your Camry is in top shape, the fuel consumption difference between it and a Corolla will be at most 2mpg. ..

If you need very minimal fuel consumption, get a Toyota Yaris or Honda Fit..

I see you have refused to heed my advice in the other thread you created..that your mechanic should check for leaks in the tank and fuel lines, because that's the only issue that can cause such crazy fuel consumption...

But you ran off from there and created this thread to keep crying...I don't know if you are just jumping around seeking attention without any intention to solve your problem, that's if you even have such problem to begin with...

RichIgboBoy:
oga why not buy a toks engine and enjoy your ride?

Op is an attention seeker..This is the third thread he has created concerning this his issue...

Leave am make e cry blood....This is how he created a thread crying about his wife endlessly...

If e like, make e drive the moto until the leaking fuel sets the vehicle on fire and burns him alive

BlindAngel:
Good morning Nairalands, after all work on my car to stop gulping up fuel.

Yesterday, I bought 10,000 naira fuel, which is 8 liter, I rode the car to test the fuel usage, but right now I don't know if my meter is in miles or km, but I will attached the pic's of my meter for experts here to help me out.

I need to know if it's okay for 8L of fuel to run for 19km. Please help because I intend selling it this morning, I already have a buyer and I'm kind enough to explain the fuel gulping situation to him, please help me if it's okay for the car to use 8L fuel with 19km drive.

It's a Toyota Camry 2008
4 plug

Have you checked that the car fuel tank is not leaking? This might be the problem.

BlindAngel:
Good morning Nairalands, after all work on my car to stop gulping up fuel.

Yesterday, I bought 10,000 naira fuel, which is 8 liter, I rode the car to test the fuel usage, but right now I don't know if my meter is in miles or km, but I will attached the pic's of my meter for experts here to help me out.

I need to know if it's okay for 8L of fuel to run for 19km. Please help because I intend selling it this morning, I already have a buyer and I'm kind enough to explain the fuel gulping situation to him, please help me if it's okay for the car to use 8L fuel with 19km drive.

It's a Toyota Camry 2008
4 plug

Unless the pictures you posted are wrong!

What I see is 22 miles on the odometer which is around 35 kms on 8 litres. Also, factor that you ain't sure you got complete 8 litres.

Which is approximately 4.5km/l on city drive. This would surely get around 7-8 ks/litre on the highway. If this is true, I don't think it's as bad as you make it seem.

Gazzuzz would have explained better☹️
I miss Gazzuzz 🥲

BlindAngel:
Boss, I have done everything and anything. I have changed nozzle, 02 plug, fuel injections, weeded iron on the exhaust to act as a catalyst, changed all plugs to Belgium, oil, etc but the issue still persists. I'm so fed up boss, the car fuel gulping is killing me. In less than two weeks, I have spent 196k on fuel. I really cannot take it anymore, it's draining me financially, this is my first time of owing a car, and it's really draining me financially.

Reduce the power of the a/c and limit your speed

Hello BlindAngel.
I can feel your anger but I feel the first thing you need to get right is the technicians (mechanic and rewire).
From the info you shared, your technicians are not up to date and are not given you the right advices.
Even if you sell that your Camry and buy a Corolla or any other car, and if you don't change your technicians, you may still have issues because those guys are a bit below par as far as the job is concerned.
Now back to you car, you need to get it scanned with a high level machine (e.g. a Toyota Techstream). This will pull important data out for you that will guide in fixing the fuel issue. The fuel problem could be related to air line (MAF sensor, intake manifold leak etc) or fuel line (injector nozzle too open, A/f sensor, leaking fuel rail or tank as suggested by someone earlier).
Catalytic converter (usually called catalyst) has very little to do with the car's fuel consumption. It is mainly meant to reduce the harmful gases coming out of car engine. It is a good device.
I currently use a Toyota Camry sport, almost like yours but 2010. It is a great car. Don't be in a haste to dispose it because to me, the car is not really the problem only that your technicians are not good enough to resolve the problem.

All the best.

BlindAngel:
Good morning Nairalands, after all work on my car to stop gulping up fuel.

Yesterday, I bought 10,000 naira fuel, which is 8 liter, I rode the car to test the fuel usage, but right now I don't know if my meter is in miles or km, but I will attached the pic's of my meter for experts here to help me out.

I need to know if it's okay for 8L of fuel to run for 19km. Please help because I intend selling it this morning, I already have a buyer and I'm kind enough to explain the fuel gulping situation to him, please help me if it's okay for the car to use 8L fuel with 19km drive.

It's a Toyota Camry 2008
4 plug

Is the car thermostat in place?

Automanual

It's a pity you are in such a dilemma, 4 cylinder engines do not consume much fuel compared to V6 engines.
The mechanics you have been dealing with are part of the problem.Your car probably has a check engine light on.
A scan of the car must bring up error codes.
First,Replace the catalytic converters and oxygen sensors with a direct tokunboh for a start, definitely there will be a great improvement.
Secondly,your MAF sensor, vacuum air cleaner, throttle body and position sensor needs to be checked,the data from the diagnostics will aid.
You need to be patient,unless the aesthetics of the car is not appealing.
That issue needs a competent mecho and a little patience to resolve.
For you to be throwing parts at the car is an error,the mechanics will be adding to the problems of your car.

Hmm!

My honest opinion for you na to just close eye and convert it to CNG
1. It will save you the cost of fuel
2. It will add more value to your car anytime you want to resell

Yes, same thing my mechanic suggested, he said if I have both catalyst replaced it'd be the end of the excess fuel draining issue, I tole him that I'm ready to have both changed but I'm afraid it might not work, that I have already spent a lot in trying to resolve this fuel issue and replacing the catalyst and, if eventually it didn't work will be a very huge blow to me. If not, I'm fully ready to have them replaced.[/quote]

2cribz:
Automanual

your father

BlindAngel:
I don't like corolla, but because I was told it's very fuel efficient, and the difference between it's consumption and Keke isn't much and very noticeable. I have optioned to go for corolla.

This is where your problem started from, and I also see you repeating same mistake you made on the Camry if you're not careful.

You're a newbie with cars and I'll advise that if you successfully sell off this Camry with issues, kindly take a break for three months first to learn about cars, know the one that matches your taste and features, read up on pro's and cons of each of them before you proceed to search for the vehicle.

Stop listening to what people tell you about vehicles especially Toyota, because you'll cry hot tears. Do your personal research and go with a competent mechanic to do a full diagnosis of the vehicle before purchase.

I hope you listen.🤔🤔

Sell which car,u know how much be direct toks csmry,almost 10m. Make him fox catalysts. When I forced mine a year ago,it was 20k per 1 and na 2 I do,with workmanship and installation of exhaust flex net,cleaning of 02 sensors.everything come be 46k with enuf abeg, but now that catalyst one fit be 60k,so 2 go be 120k with panelwl workmanship,gas,etc fit be 160k ,that na if the panel pity u. But make sure u use your eye see the catalyst inside the pot hole,it's usually like bee mesh kind of look,round.tho na China,but u go feel the effect immediately, your muffler would have some back force when changing gear,and your mpg might spring up to additional 7mpg. When buying a car,make sure you ca handle the car mechanical issues ,such as dismantling radiator,spark plugs,coils,engine oil filter engine oil drain hole,when it comes to wires and alignment,bushings,shocks,ball joints. Go mechanic. That way the car will serve u well,till u resell it,but if you are the type that runs to mechanic anytime. Na money miss road,he go chop u till u get sense

BlindAngel:
Good morning Nairalands, after all work on my car to stop gulping up fuel.

Yesterday, I bought 10,000 naira fuel, which is 8 liter, I rode the car to test the fuel usage, but right now I don't know if my meter is in miles or km, but I will attached the pic's of my meter for experts here to help me out.

I need to know if it's okay for 8L of fuel to run for 19km. Please help because I intend selling it this morning, I already have a buyer and I'm kind enough to explain the fuel gulping situation to him, please help me if it's okay for the car to use 8L fuel with 19km drive.

It's a Toyota Camry 2008
4 plug

This is far more than my Toyota Sequoia. Bro you're in deep sheet

2cribz:
Sell which car,u know how much be direct toks csmry,almost 10m. Make him fox catalysts. When I forced mine a year ago,it was 20k per 1 and na 2 I do,with workmanship and installation of exhaust flex net,cleaning of 02 sensors.everything come be 46k with enuf abeg, but now that catalyst one fit be 60k,so 2 go be 120k with panelwl workmanship,gas,etc fit be 160k ,that na if the panel pity u. But make sure u use your eye see the catalyst inside the pot hole,it's usually like bee mesh kind of look,round.tho na China,but u go feel the effect immediately, your muffler would have some back force when changing gear,and your mpg might spring up to additional 7mpg. When buying a car,make sure you ca handle the car mechanical issues ,such as dismantling radiator,spark plugs,coils,engine oil filter engine oil drain hole,when it comes to wires and alignment,bushings,shocks,ball joints. Go mechanic. That way the car will serve u well,till u resell it,but if you are the type that runs to mechanic anytime. Na money miss road,he go chop u till u get sense

Can you type this in English please

In english. Basic tune up or maintainance such as tyre change,spark plugs,coils,engine oil filter,radiator dismantling, washing and flushing,engine air filter engine air filter upgrades,oil drain gear oil drain,cleaning of injector mouth,mass flow sensor cleaning,to the extreme injector cleaning thats if u want to dismantle the injector nozzles,fuse change and checks,these are basic DIY that can be done at home on saturdays and Sundays. Alignment, bwll joint change tyre change,shocks,bushings AC top up,refil and flush should be handled by both quacks and proffesionals ,under your supervision no be oga come by 5 to pick the car scam......
Your car exhaust facing engine does not have Catalyst,your car can only overheat if the fans stop working and u were using AC.car won't overheat ,even if u remove the thermostat, unless in extreme caseszm,your radiator hose or hose going into injector mouth is leaking or your engine fan stops working. Engine fan faces driver side while ac fan faces passengers side if the engine fan merged with the radiator stops working,within 40mins of driving,the engine will shut down and vehicle will stall. If you drive on aluminium engine,just forget that engine on overheating. Once naija quacks open your engine to change any part,they won't torque back the engine to spector specs,but rather would over tighten some parts and problem upon problem till either the owner use the car get accident do thanksgiving for church for taking his scrap away ,or he sells to an innocent buyer. So u inherited a problem, install catalyst and enjoy your car.if you like change engine,mind you.ladipo boys don't sell complete engine with ac compressor,catalyst and inj3ctor mouth. They will detach all and sell separate.

weyreypey:
Can you type this in English please

2cribz:
In english. Basic tune up or maintainance such as tyre change,spark plugs,coils,engine oil filter,radiator dismantling, washing and flushing,engine air filter engine air filter upgrades,oil drain gear oil drain,cleaning of injector mouth,mass flow sensor cleaning,to the extreme injector cleaning thats if u want to dismantle the injector nozzles,fuse change and checks,these are basic DIY that can be done at home on saturdays and Sundays. Alignment, bwll joint change tyre change,shocks,bushings AC top up,refil and flush should be handled by both quacks and proffesionals ,under your supervision no be oga come by 5 to pick the car scam......
Your car exhaust facing engine does not have Catalyst,your car can only overheat if the fans stop working and u were using AC.car won't overheat ,even if u remove the thermostat, unless in extreme caseszm,your radiator hose or hose going into injector mouth is leaking or your engine fan stops working. Engine fan faces driver side while ac fan faces passengers side if the engine fan merged with the radiator stops working,within 40mins of driving,the engine will shut down and vehicle will stall. If you drive on aluminium engine,just forget that engine on overheating. Once naija quacks open your engine to change any part,they won't torque back the engine to spector specs,but rather would over tighten some parts and problem upon problem till either the owner use the car get accident do thanksgiving for church for taking his scrap away ,or he sells to an innocent buyer. So u inherited a problem, install catalyst and enjoy your car.if you like change engine,mind you.ladipo boys don't sell complete engine with ac compressor,catalyst and inj3ctor mouth. They will detach all and sell separate.

Sir, are you aware of the existence of paragraphs?

Yes but im too lazy for that.na tinubu wan read am,abi we dey court...

Sellfish:
Sir, are you aware of the existence of paragraphs?

Every car owner should have an OBD scanner; even the cheapest Bluetooth version is better than nothing. Else mechanics will frustrate you.

My 2 cents: don't sell.

As suggested, catalytic converters may be your issues here. (Driving habits/style is another possibility).

Toks cats for your car is over 300k today. The Chinese "new" ones don't work.

Get 02 fouler (particularly the one with "little catalytic converter" for your downstream 02 sensor. (YouTube videos for how to).

First you should get your car scanned with high end diagnostic machine

Is your radiator fan running on auto or it has been rewired to run immediately on engine startup?

Is your thermostat in place?

Is your MAF sensor working ok?

Have your changed your air filter?

Is your upstream and downstream oxygen sensor in place?

Is your fuel tank rusty?

Are you using original spark plugs?

These are things to check and ensure they are in place before thinking of selling your car at this critical period

Also look for a good technician to carry out an assessment on your car

Just go to Google and check the litre or Miles per gallon your car model consumes.
The year of manufacture and model
And besides 8L used for a 19km is high consumption for a Camry even if it's a V6 engine
But I presume yours is a V4

An average V6 car like a Mercedes Benz C Class does 17 to 19miles per gallon
That is 27km for 4 litres average,@ 8L that will be 54km
This show truly your Camry consumes more fuel than necessary
Lots of advice has been given here
But the best bet is to sell if as u have got a buyer already and look for a more decent car that u could buy,I guess u can still get a good Nigerian used car at the price u want to sell the Camry just that u have to take your time to search cautiously

Yesterday, I bought 10,000 naira fuel, which is 8 liter, I rode the car to test the fuel usage, but right now I don't know if my meter is in miles or km, but I will attached the pic's of my meter for experts here to help me out.

I need to know if it's okay for 8L of fuel to run for 19km. Please help because I intend selling it this morning, I already have a buyer and I'm kind enough to explain the fuel gulping situation to him, please help me if it's okay for the car to use 8L fuel with 19km drive.

It's a Toyota Camry 2008
4 plug[/quote]

I drive v6,and just 5litres will take me to a journey of at least 25km....1 liter will take me almost 2km or 3km before it stalls. You have bad spark plugs,no catalyst. 4plugs consuming fuel.never

F117nighthawk:
Just go to Google and check the litre or Miles per gallon your car model consumes.
The year of manufacture and model
And besides 8L used for a 19km is high consumption for a Camry even if it's a V6 engine
But I presume yours is a V4

An average V6 car like a Mercedes Benz C Class does 17 to 19miles per gallon
That is 27km for 4 litres average,@ 8L that will be 54km
This show truly your Camry consumes more fuel than necessary
Lots of advice has been given here
But the best bet is to sell if as u have got a buyer already and look for a more decent car that u could buy,I guess u can still get a good Nigerian used car at the price u want to sell the Camry just that u have to take your time to search cautiously

Yesterday, I bought 10,000 naira fuel, which is 8 liter, I rode the car to test the fuel usage, but right now I don't know if my meter is in miles or km, but I will attached the pic's of my meter for experts here to help me out.

I need to know if it's okay for 8L of fuel to run for 19km. Please help because I intend selling it this morning, I already have a buyer and I'm kind enough to explain the fuel gulping situation to him, please help me if it's okay for the car to use 8L fuel with 19km drive.

It's a Toyota Camry 2008
4 plug

What brand of car do u drive? The one I drive is a Mercedes Benz c class and that is the amount of fuel intake in the car,on the specification from the manufacturer,it's 17miles per gallon and city,and 19mikes per gallon high way

Bazztadewu:
I drive v6,and just 5litres will take me to a journey of at least 25km....1 liter will take me almost 2km or 3km before it stalls. You have bad spark plugs,no catalyst. 4plugs consuming fuel.never

What brand of car do u drive? The one I drive is a Mercedes Benz c class and that is the amount of fuel intake in the car,on the specification from the manufacturer,it's 17miles per gallon and city,and 19miles per gallon high way

Bazztadewu:
I drive v6,and just 5litres will take me to a journey of at least 25km....1 liter will take me almost 2km or 3km before it stalls. You have bad spark plugs,no catalyst. 4plugs consuming fuel.never