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Gas mileage is still down

Tiny
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I have changed the spark plugs and cleaned the throttle body. The gas mileage is still down about 3 miles per gallon. Should I change the oxygen sensors and why. It has a 5.3 L in it
Saturday, February 25th, 2012 AT 1:54 AM

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Tiny
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IS YOUR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON?

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Saturday, February 25th, 2012 AT 2:38 AM
Tiny
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DOES YOUR RIG SHOW ANY OTHER ABNORMAL SYMPTOMS?

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Saturday, February 25th, 2012 AT 2:40 AM
Tiny
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No, The truck is running fine. It's just gas mileage is down. I also keep tire pressure up to about 40 - 42
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Saturday, February 25th, 2012 AT 3:09 AM
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Not related to the MPG, but with air pressure that high, you are going to wear the centers out of the tires.

As far as the MPG, make sure the air filter is clean, there are no vacuum leaks.
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Saturday, February 25th, 2012 AT 3:16 AM
Tiny
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KN filter and has also been cleaned. Not sure on checking for vacuum leaks. How can I tell if there is a leak
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Saturday, February 25th, 2012 AT 3:40 AM
Tiny
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For directions, go to our homepage under the DIY section.
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Saturday, February 25th, 2012 AT 4:14 AM

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