Blog Entry
How to Maximize Your Vehicle’s Fuel-Efficiency
June 8, 2011 by SUBARULOVERS, under Subaru Performance, Subaru Service.
Do you feel a pang in your chest every time you pull up to a gas station? One of the easiest ways to take the sting out of the pump is to perform regular — and easy — maintenance on your vehicle. Here are some top tips for increasing your vehicle’s fuel-efficiency:
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). Properly inflated tires are safer, last longer, and can improve mileage by 3%. Check pressure weekly and always when tires are cold. The sticker inside the driver’s side door indicates proper pressure for your vehicle.
Engine Oil and Oil Filter. Along with routine oil and filter changes, using the lightest grade of oil for your climate, season and vehicle can improve fuel economy by as much as 6%.
Air Filter. A clogged air filter makes your engine work harder and use more fuel. Replacing a dirty air filter can improve mpg by as much as 10%.
Spark Plugs. A misfiring spark plug can cut fuel efficiency by as much as 30%. Replacing spark plugs according to owner’s manual recommendations will help maintain maximum fuel efficiency.
Engine Diagnostics. A “Check Engine” light can signal a number of problems that impact fuel economy. Diagnosing and repairing a faulty oxygen sensor alone can improve fuel economy by up to 40%.
Alignment. Improper alignment reduces gas mileage because it takes more energy (gas) to keep your vehicle riding straight down the road.
Subaru Superstore’s expertly trained Subaru technicians have the knowledge to keep your vehicle running at an optimum performance so that you save money at the pump. Proper maintenance maximizes fuel-efficiency, which is one of the many benefits of servicing your vehicle at our Subaru dealership in Chandler, Arizona.
Call Subaru Superstore’s service department to schedule one of these fuel-saving maintenance procedures. (480) 268-2400
