Ford 6.0L Power Stroke Diesel :: 2005 F350 DRW FX4 - How To Improve MPG

I have a bone stock 2005 F350 DRW FX4 6.0 Diesel. I've been averaging 10.5 to 14 MPG city. Haven't really done any hiway driving yet.

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Ford Super Duty (1999-2016) :: 2005 - How To Improve Mileage

I have an '05 F350 single rear-axle w/109k miles. I only recently bought the truck for towing, and haven't had much time to play with it.

It seems that I get about 10-11 mpg on average - I was thinking this was a bit low - anything I can check?

I am normally a pretty quick driver, but, have been taking it easy to get a good read on the mileage, so, the right foot has been "very light".

The truck has a "tick", and I intend on following some of the guides for that, but how to improve the mileage

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Prius C Fuel :: 2012 - Only 16Km / Ltr Coverage Is Normal?

I have purchased a used Prius c (Aqua), Model 2012 "S-class" 6 months back, imported by someone with a meter millage of 71,500.

I heard that it gives 22-24 Km/ltr, but what I am getting right from day one is 16Km/ltr. I got it computerized checked by Toyota. They tuned up the car, changed the spark plugs, but there is no change.

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Prius (2004-09) :: How To Improve MPG

Give me 5 mAin tips to improve my poor 40 MPG that im getting from my 2009 prius w only 34k miles on it.

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Prius (Gen 3) :: Capless Hubcaps Improve Gas Mileage?

Since finding 2 hubcaps "missing", I am wondering if I have options as to the styles of hubcaps? Does a particular style affect fuel efficiency? Will going "capless" improve gas mileage?

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Lexus GX 2004-09 :: How To Improve Floaty Handling

I came from driving a 2001 BMW X5 to the 2007 GX470. The handling is so bad. It's so floaty. I do not have KDSS which is probably part of the problem.

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Phaeton :: Nitrogen In Tires To Improve Mileage?

I have heard that many people are switching to the nitrogen in tires as it is to improve gas mileage. I know they offered it at the Lexus dealership, but I never took advantage of it.

Of course, the phaeton is not going to get the mpg as an echo or aveo even with the tires, but I am just curious...

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Camry :: How To Improve Stability At High Speeds

I have an 09 Se with the V6. About 50k miles. When I bought the car at 40k miles, I installed H&R springs and new KYB struts. Also installed the US rear sway bar. Recently put on 18"TRD wheels with brand new Continental extreme grip tires.

At high speeds, 90 - 100+ mph, the car feels a bit soft, and almost a bit squirrelly when maneuvering. What could I do to further stiffen the car?

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Toyota - Venza :: 2010 - Rough Ride - How To Improve

I recently purchased a 2010 Toyota Venza. I unfortunately did not test drive it enough to realize how rough a ride it has. Thinking that something was wrong I brought it back and was told that it is normal and the Venza has a very hard ride. After more research I found out that it is a common complaint. The mechanic said that its large 20" tires, long wheel base and tight suspension all add up to a very hard ride. I saw previous discussions regarding this but no real or recent answers. Can anything be done to improve the ride? I was told that the 2013 model has a better ride so they must have changed something. Would something as simple as replacing the shocks with a different type? I love the car but hate the thought of driving it for the next 5 years the way it is. I would have purchased a Ford Edge or similar car if I realized how hard the ride is.

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Ford Super Duty (1999-2016) :: Improve HP And MPG?

I plan to keep my truck til I die... and want to dial it in. It's getting poor mileage (especially while towing) It make almost no power when cold and I've noticed an overall loss in power. There is no check engine light on and no code but I'm guessing I have injector issues and who knows what else.

I'd like to put a DP Tuner on it but I want to get it running perfect first. Where should I start? What should I service and or replace? Injectors? HPOP? Exhaust back-pressure sensor?

1999 F350 Long Bed Super Duty, 7.3L 4x4, 35" tires, 150k miles

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Ford F-150 - 1997-2003 :: 2002 - How To Improve The Gas Mileage

I just bought a 2002 f150 7700 series and how to improve the gas mileage. i was thinking about putting in a performance chip.

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Avalon 2005-12 :: 06 XL Halogen Headlight Replacement?

I have an '06 Toyota Avalon XL and I bought some Silver Star 9006 bulbs at AZ the other night, but when I got back home, pulled into the garage and popped the hood, I was amazed at how much of a PITA it looked to remove the low-beam bulb, especially on the driver's side. I'd hate to take it to the dealer just to get the frickin headlight bulbs changed.

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Prius (2004-09) :: 2005 - Passenger Side Headlight Has Been Out

For the last 5 days my passenger headlight has been out so i switched on the brights to other drivers dismay because the brights worked it seemed, shortly after my drive home they went out too. So my drivers side is working fine, turn signals working fine.

(FYI these are not HID Headlights they are base model regular headlights)

Today i spent a painful 20 minutes taking out the bulb and replacing it, showed light wear but didn't seem burned out (i replaced it anyways) PS i made sure not to touch the bulb to my skin as that usually results in a burn out.

The one thing i did notice was the wire connector that goes over the 3 prongs from the bulb itself was a little worn out and had some black around the edges.

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Ford - Explorer :: 2005 - Headlight Bulb Replacement?

How to change the Lightbulb in a 2005 Ford Explorer XLT? I can do most maintenance on vehicles, but this one is annoying. It is not very intuitive and I feel like there is a lot to do just to take out the lightbulb on a vehicle. I don't want to do trial and error on this and add more work for myself.

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Lexus RX 2004-09 :: 2005 RX330 Headlight Bulb Replacement?

Recently my 05 RX330 had the driver side low beam bulb go out. I took it to a few places and they said take it to the dealership as they have special tools to change it. Of course I took it there and they were ready to charge me an arm and a leg to get 1 little bulb replaced. My question is do you have recommendations as to what I should do to get this fixed and not have my wallet get destroyed?

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Prius (Gen 2) :: 2005 Driver Side Headlight Goes Out Intermittently When It Rains

My 2005 has an intermittent headlight problem. The drivers side headlight goes out intermittently when it rains.. That is, it does not blink on and off just that sometimes it goes off and sometimes it doesn't. As I live in Phoenix Arizona this does not happen often but it has been happening for a year or so. I go looking at all the connections, where ever they are.

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Gen 2 Prius :: Do 2007-2009 Headlight Assemblies Fit 2004-2005

I can't seem to find definitive information on this subject.

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Toyota - Prius :: 2005 - Leveling Headlight Malfunction Light On?

The dealership states that this is not a big problem and that the headlights will not be affected but the malfunction light stays on and the exclamation point is on the dashboard. The fix: replace the rear sensor harness where corrosion on the connection and pin was found - new harness assembly needed. What about just replacing the pin? Dealer states you cannot cut the wire and replace because the wires are not sealed.

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Touareg :: 2005 - Getting Error Message Check Headlight Range?

I have a 05 V8. I have had in it 3 times in the last month for a bad headlight which was finally fixed now this error message popped up yesterday.

By the right I will not be taking my VW back to the dealer...

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