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#113 of 138 Re: gas guzzler [lil_frita] by tedebear Jun 04, 2008 (11:28 am)
Replying to: lil_frita (Jun 04, 2008 9:45 am) Is there anything anyone can suggest to make it a little bit better?   You didn't mention how many miles it has or what regular maintenance was done on it before you took possession. My wife's aunt seems to think that all a car ever needs is gas and maybe an oil change every few years.   The previous suggestion of a tune-up is a good idea, if it hasn't had one lately or if you don't know the condition of the plugs, air filter, wires, etc. A can of a quality fuel injector cleaner in the tank might help (ask the auto parts guys). Pay attention to the recommended mixture ratio on the can and don't overdo it.   There's also a simple and free solution you might try first. Disconnect the negative battery cable and leave it off for at least an hour or more. After you reattach it start the car and let it idle for 2-3 minutes while the computer relearns the idle. After that, drive at varying speeds for the first hour or so.   The objective is to let the computer learn your driving habits and adjust accordingly. Your step-father may have driven it entirely differently for many years and now if you are driving mostly highway miles things could change by resetting the computer.
#114 of 138 Re: gas guzzler [lil_frita] by camshot2 Jun 04, 2008 (12:40 pm)
Replying to: lil_frita (Jun 04, 2008 9:45 am) Hello! I only got about 22 mpg, but when I sold these they all seemed to get MUCH better than yours is! I would suggest a check and replacement of the spark plugs and wires. You might have a vacumn leak or an O2 sensor going bad as well. Could be any of, or all of those things. Check your tire pressure carefully and keep them near the max for best mileage too. The PT is sensitive to throttle application as well. If you drive them hard they drop down pretty severe in MPG. My new 2003 I wrote about earlier had plugs and wires put on it, and new rear tires, and the initial check indicates around 30 MPG!! Blew me away! I'll have a better picture for reporting on the actual MPG after a 600 Mile round trip I'll be taking on June 11th. Good luck, let us know if plugs and wires help. Willie Welch Replies to this message: sfabear (Jun 22, 2008 4:34 pm) jwelsh (Jun 22, 2008 6:07 pm)
#116 of 138 Re: gas Guzzler again [camshot2] by jwelsh Jun 05, 2008 (5:26 pm)
I've noticed that about the throttle applcation. Before, I got about 18-19 in the city.Now, I get in the 20-21 city miles.
#117 of 138 Re: gas guzzler [camshot2] by sfabear Jun 22, 2008 (4:34 pm)
Replying to: camshot2 (Jun 04, 2008 12:40 pm) I'm surprised at all the folks who have been getting below the EPA suggested mileage for the PT Cruiser. I purchased a new, Base Cruiser, about a month ago. Standard transmission, no A/C. I live in Northern Idaho and have put about 1300 miles on the car already. It is about 10 miles into the nearest town over rural roads with 6 to 7 stop signs/lights on the way. With about 10% of my driving on freeways, my overall average has been in excess of 30 MPG (checked using both the onboard computer and dividing gallons used into miles driven) for combined city and highway driving. I drive the speed limit and use the cruise control as much as possible. I am easy on the throttle during acceleration and try to anticipate stop signs by stopping without excess braking. The worst mileage I have gotten for a single trip was 25.5 MPG driving at 75 MPH on the Freeway into the wind. No wind freeway driving at 60 to 65 yields about 31 MPG. Don't know if I am just lucky, or if it is the way that I drive. All I know is that I am getting roughly the same overall mileage with this car as I did with the '99 Mazda 626 that I traded and having a lot more fun.   Hope this helps and good luck with yours. Replies to this message: jwelsh (Jun 22, 2008 6:07 pm)
#118 of 138 Re: gas guzzler [sfabear] by jwelsh Jun 22, 2008 (6:07 pm)
Replying to: sfabear (Jun 22, 2008 4:34 pm) I think it's a combination on the Cruiser and the way you drive!
#119 of 138 2003 Turbo Gas Mileage by camshot2 Jun 23, 2008 (9:29 am)
Well...time for an update about the 2003 Turbo GT Cruiser I traded for. I got an average of 23.8 MPG highway and city at speeds of 70-74MPH for 600 of 800+miles total. The best was almost 26 mpg, and the worst was right at 20.5, using the gallons into the miles recorded. This car does not have the mileage computer readout. I always topped the car to even money on fillups, but did not try to top it off full each time, as that isn't possible really. Baffles in the fuel cell and oxygen trapped there will cause some minor differnces in volumn, but not enough to make a single mpg, in my humble opinion. This was also in very hot weather with the A.C. on constantly, so... I feel that is about right for the Turbo and my style of driving which I would consider to be mildly aggressive. I like the Auto-stick tranny and the surge when the Turbo kicks in about 3000 RPM. The little beast gets up to 70 mph VERY quickly! I used to drag race a 1970 Dodge Challenger, all metal body, with a tuned/polished carb on a 440 C.I. Hemi. Slow out of the hole but strong at the end of the track, and this little beast appears to be turning similar 1/4 mile times based on feel. Maybe I will run it thru the local strip for a timed pass one of these Saturday evenings. I think the mileage is acceptable for me to keep this, and I LOVE to drive the little monster!   2003 Inferno Red GT Turbo Cruiser, stock. Willie D. Welch aka camshot2
#120 of 138 13.2 mpg by ladyblue14 Jun 30, 2008 (2:25 pm)
I own a 2006 cruiser with 8200 miles. I only get 13.2 in city and highway. Dealer says live with it. They do not get good gas milage. I told my daughter not to buy one since chrysler does not stand behind there product.This is my first and last Chrysler product. Replies to this message: tedebear (Jun 30, 2008 2:40 pm) ladyblue14 (Jun 30, 2008 5:21 pm) onelazydog (Apr 05, 2009 6:39 pm) and 1 more... jwelsh (Jun 30, 2008 3:08 pm)
#121 of 138 Re: 13.2 mpg [ladyblue14] by tedebear Jun 30, 2008 (2:40 pm)
Replying to: ladyblue14 (Jun 30, 2008 2:25 pm) I own a 2006 cruiser with 8200 miles. I only get 13.2 in city and highway.   Something definitely wrong there. My wife gets 19-20 mpg in her turbo Cruiser in the city and she drives herky-jerky as it is.   Have you ever taken it on a long drive strictly on the highway? Even if it's a turbo you should see at least 26 mpg under those conditions.   You might try some simple things like disconnecting the negative battery cable for an hour or longer to reset the computer. Maybe it will "relearn" with better fuel economy.   If you've read through this thread you've seen that your mpg results are not typical. Replies to this message: ladyblue14 (Jun 30, 2008 5:21 pm) onelazydog (Apr 05, 2009 6:39 pm) schas1 (Apr 06, 2009 6:09 am)
#122 of 138 Re: 13.2 mpg [ladyblue14] by jwelsh Jun 30, 2008 (3:08 pm)
Replying to: ladyblue14 (Jun 30, 2008 2:25 pm) My 2006 Touring with auto and a\c shows 29-30+ on the highway. In the city, about 20-21mpg. I don't hot rod it and I try to drive more conservatively. (No speeding to get on the highway,etc.

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