Fuel economy is not a fixed number.
It varies based on driving conditions,
driving habits and vehicle condition.
Therefore, it is not possible for one
set of estimates to predict fuel
economy
The following factors can lower your
vehicle’s fuel economy:
Aggressive driving (hard acceleration and braking)
Excessive idling, accelerating and braking in stop-and-go traffic
Cold engine ope
Vehicle Maintenance
A properly maintained vehicle
maximizes fuel economy. Poor
maintenance can significantly reduce
fuel economy. Always maintain your
vehicle according to the maintenance
m
NOTE:
Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted
surfaces.
To avoid damage, unplug the wiring connectors
carefully while holding the connector portion.
To avoid damaging the cylinder head, wait until the
engine coolant temperature drops below 100 ºF
(38 ºC) before loosening the cylinder h
Disassembly
1. Remove the piston from the engine block.
2. Apply new engine oil to the piston pin snap rings
(A), and turn them in the ring grooves until the end
gaps are lined up with the cutouts in the piston pin
bores (B).
NOTE: Take care not to damage the ring grooves.
3. Remove both snap rin