Prius (2004-09) :: How To Improve MPG
Oct 4, 2011
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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Oct 4, 2011
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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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01-D5, Sub-code: 190-30-8
01-DC, Sub-code: 190-B7-8
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