Suspected fuel problem

2010 MAZDA 5
270,000 MILES • 2.0L • MANUAL
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LETITIA GREENBERG
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The car does not idle well. Fuel smell. Extreme oil consumption. High fuel consumption. Stalls, mostly while driving. Rough running.
Jun 25, 2017 at 4:14 PM
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Hello,

We must start by doing a compression test, here is a guide to help you get the job done. If you don't have a gauge you can rent one for free at the auto parts store.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-engine-compression

Please run this test and get back to us we are interested to see what it is.

Cheers, Ken

Jun 28, 2017 at 11:39 AM
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