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When Can A Car Be Said To Be Thirsty? by patlead(op): 3:05pm On Feb 14, 2016

I have a 2000 camry that uses about 35litres to cover a distance of about 160 miles.considering the traffic situation of Lagos roads,can this car be said to be heavy on fuel consumption?

Re: When Can A Car Be Said To Be Thirsty? by GAZZUZZ(m): 3:30pm On Feb 14, 2016

patlead:
I have a 2000 camry that uses about 35litres to cover a distance of about 160 miles.considering the traffic situation of Lagos roads,can this car be said to be heavy on fuel consumption?

160miles= 267km boss it's fair.

Re: When Can A Car Be Said To Be Thirsty? by patlead(op): 3:45pm On Feb 14, 2016

GAZZUZZ:
160miles= 267km boss it's fair.

your response sounds like it can be better.can servicing with a higher grade of oil make the consumption better? I use the 20 w50 grade oil.I just love to keep m cars in top shape.

Re: When Can A Car Be Said To Be Thirsty? by GAZZUZZ(m): 3:59pm On Feb 14, 2016

patlead:
your response sounds like it can be better.can servicing with a higher grade of oil make the consumption better? I use the 20 w50 grade oil.I just love to keep m cars in top shape.

engine temp should hover around 90-96degrees, O2 sensors should be functional, air filters clean. Tyres with the right pressures.

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Re: When Can A Car Be Said To Be Thirsty? by patlead(op): 5:31pm On Feb 14, 2016

GAZZUZZ:
engine temp should hover around 90-96degrees, O2 sensors should be functional, air filters clean. Tyres with the right pressures.

thanks

Re: When Can A Car Be Said To Be Thirsty? by 9icetoo(m): 11:27pm On Feb 14, 2016

patlead:
your response sounds like it can be better.can servicing with a higher grade of oil make the consumption better? I use the 20 w50 grade oil.I just love to keep m cars in top shape.

you may be able to get better mpg if you do a proper tune up as well as use a lower weight engine oil.
start by getting brand new OEM spark plugs, replacing bad plug wires, replacing or cleaning air filter. making sure brakes are not binding. setting your alignment properly. inflating tires properly. driving less aggressively.

Re: When Can A Car Be Said To Be Thirsty? by patlead(op): 9:46pm On Feb 15, 2016

9icetoo:
you may be able to get better mpg if you do a proper tune up as well as use a lower weight engine oil.
start by getting brand new OEM spark plugs, replacing bad plug wires, replacing or cleaning air filter. making sure brakes are not binding. setting your alignment properly. inflating tires properly. driving less aggressively.

okay,will try that out carefully

Re: When Can A Car Be Said To Be Thirsty? by inventory(m): 2:03pm On Feb 16, 2016

Bros I recently changed my ABS of sienna 2000 model when the speedometer did'nt work.. but since the change of the abs my sienna started consuming fuel and doing black smoke.... i hav been doing try.and error since this new issue ... but my new mechanic said the car BrainBox need to be change again.... i want help will fault brain box cause this?

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