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Old 06-01-2008, 05:34 PM   #1 (permalink)
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My mileage is dropping!

My first tank yielded 37.6 mpg. My second tank yielded 35.4 mpg. I checked my third tank mileage and found I azm down to 32.2 mpg. What is going on?
* I drive mostly highway miles to and from work.
* I only use 91 octane Chevron gasoline.
* I am using the automatic D gear more often to yield better mileage.

Do I need to reset the computer? Why is my mpg declining?

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Using the A/C more because its warmer out?
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Driving harder because you've found how sporty your smart is?
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Yes, I am using the AC more.

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Using the A/C more because its warmer out?

I remember now. There was a good sized thread about AC reduces your mileage by 4-7 mpg. I forget the knowledgable owner's name, but he confirmed the findings with his Scangauge II (no wind, uphill or other factors involved).

Piss. I guess I need solar panels to power my AC!!!!!
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