2006-06-18 07:41:39 · 10 answers · asked by j_white1970 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Ford
Average MPG is lower than expected.
2006-06-18 07:49:01 · update #1
Make sure the engine is running at operating temperature which is195 to 210 degrees. Where and the way you drive makes a big difference. You can always change the axle ratio, but that will cost a lot of money.
2006-06-18 07:53:21 · answer #1 · answered by kayef57 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
i was just curious what mpg you are getting. I had a 2003 Explorer Sport with that engine and the best mileage I got was 18 mpg. I also had a Dodge Dakota with a 5.2 L V-8 and got 21 mpg with it. That pretty well convinced me that if you want fuel mileage, you need either a 4 cylinder or a diesel.
2006-06-19 04:18:38 · answer #2 · answered by mikey 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sell it and buy a car that is better known for fuel economy; This isn't intended to be a wise crack answer, but seriously....the vehicle you're driving is very limited in what it can deliver in fuel economy, and if you want better, you'd have to make changes in what appeals to you in a car or truck.
2006-06-18 08:45:44 · answer #3 · answered by nothing 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tonneu Cover, Cold Air intake, and lighting up on the Gas Pedal are the best ways.
2006-06-19 03:35:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep the tank full all the time and the fuel economy will be better.
2006-06-18 07:47:08 · answer #5 · answered by dragonchopper 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
keep your tires inflated to the proper psi, keep the a/c to a minimum and try to drive around the 2000rpm range(its slow as hell but you'll get where you need to go just not as fast.)
2006-06-18 10:25:05 · answer #6 · answered by casualtr97 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep tires inflated properly and remove all the extra junk that you dont need.
2006-06-18 08:36:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to auto zone an get a gas additive,it will help alot
2006-06-24 07:35:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Drivers side on the inner part of frame.
2016-05-20 00:36:20 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
BUY A CHEV.
2006-06-18 11:44:37 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋