I have a V6 five speed and I just got some new tires. I would like to maximize the mileage I get out of it. Also, is there anything I should be mindful of when taking care of my Mustang? This is my first Ford, so I'm not sure what to be careful of. Thanks.How do I maximize gas mileage in my 2005 Ford mustang?There are few thing you can do to save (or maximize) gas MPG. First get a tune-up.
(1) spark plugs
(2) spark plug wires
(3) distributors, coil, rotors (if you have them).
(4) new air filter
(5) PCV
(6) correct tire pressure
(7) clear the trunk of useless heavy items
(8) spray clean MAF sensor.
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Forget all those "SAVE GAS" scams. This was on NBC morning TV show. The difference is as much as 38% (their claim). There are very simple rules to save gas:
(1) drive slow - not too much past 55
(2) accelerate slowly
(3) don't brake unnecessarily
(4) use cruise control - whenever it is safe to do so.
Don't coast - it is NOT safe (to coast in Nuetral) and it does NOT save gas. It only saves gas, if you are planning to slow down (exiting, tolls, traffic). Coasting then accelerating again is LESS efficient than just cruising.
The above really works. Using those simple rules I was able to drive from Boston to NYC (210.5 miles) on just 5.112 gallon (94 Civic). That's 41 MPG (94 Civic 187K miles). Actually I was speeding at 72 MPH so I could do even better at 55.
WOW !!
Good Luck...How do I maximize gas mileage in my 2005 Ford mustang?keep up on all mechanical checkups.
oil changes
tuneups
air in tires
no jackrabbit starts or stops.
my daughter bought an 88 convertible for her first car (used).
it had 188,000 miles on it. oil light stayed on, so they thought the moter (4 cyc) was gone so we got at a good price. she drove it for anpother 200,000 miles before she sold it. it's still going.How do I maximize gas mileage in my 2005 Ford mustang?try Hypermiling, here are the directions,
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypermiling
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