1999 4 cyl. frontier drop in mpg

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arniem
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Car: 1999 frontier

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Ive noticed the last year my mpg has gone from 23 to 19. I have replaced o2 sensor, plugs, air filter, fuel filter. PCV valve? Any other suggestions.

Modified by arniem at 7:30 AM 2/16/2010
Modified by arniem at 7:31 AM 2/16/2010


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Rev_D21
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Driving style?

arniem
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SAME DRIVING STYLE....

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RT22
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Car: 1991 nissan hardbody

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check for obvious first, vacuum leaks can kill mileage, look around and check the vacuum hoses for cracks or breaks. PCV EGR also can cause it.

arniem
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THANKS...IM GOING TO HAVE THE PCV CHANGED, IF THAT DOES NOT DO IT I I WILL PROCEED WITH ITEMS ON YOUR LIST. THANKS FOR YOUR HELP!


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