2000 Ford Taurus fuel overconsumption

2000 FORD TAURUS
40,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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FARROUSSEH
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hello, i just bought a pre owned ford taurus 2000,mileage 40,000.
when i calculated the fuel consumption in the city, i was shocked cause it was 10 mpg.

the car was tested at the dealer's workshop and no abnormal engine codes were scanned.

i tried to see 3 techs and still no explaination

i would be thankful if you can help me findinding the reason why.

thank you in advance
Jul 13, 2008 at 3:32 PM
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BLACKOP555
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first thign to check for that low gasmileage is a fuel leak OR a bad O2 sensor. bad o2 sensors dont always throw a code, such as with the MAF sensors also.
Jul 13, 2008 at 4:39 PM
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FARROUSSEH
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[quote:f097534bf8="blackop555"]first thign to check for that low gasmileage is a fuel leak OR a bad O2 sensor. bad o2 sensors dont always throw a code, such as with the MAF sensors also.[/quote:f097534bf8]

thanx for your time and advice ...so appreciated..
Jul 14, 2008 at 6:28 AM
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BLACKOP555
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glad to help. if you need further assistance post back!
Jul 14, 2008 at 12:14 PM
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