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Fuel efficiency by Smiler GB on Thu Apr 05, 2012 8:34 pm
I love my frontera but having a new job in which I have to travel a bit more I'm in need of better fuel economy :-(

So I need to make it more efficient or my might be forced to sell so any asdvice would be greatly appreciated as getting as I don't wish too sell
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Re: Fuel efficiency by Drift on Thu Apr 05, 2012 8:48 pm
For the DTI you need a good service with all filters and make sure the brakes are not binding.
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Re: Fuel efficiency by Smiler GB on Thu Apr 05, 2012 9:08 pm
Been done recently I have it serviced at vauxhall Every year, was wondering if the engine was restricted so I can increase burn efficentcy
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Re: Fuel efficiency by Drift on Thu Apr 05, 2012 9:11 pm
Only something like a remap but for what you would gain you will pay for in the cost IMO :(

Cleaning the intake and EGR valves would be a good start though if your handy with spanners, this goes for most engines.
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Re: Fuel efficiency by th4neuk on Thu Apr 05, 2012 9:32 pm
Road tyres rather than all terrains will also help :-)
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