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1998 Ford Cougar Repair Question


Topics covered: Check engine light, Dent, Engine.
Mileage: 145,000 miles.

Asked on November 15, 2012

Ford Cougar Check engine light Problem

My ford cougar 2.5 v6 is getting 4mpg whats wrong with it just got a new MOT help
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Replied on November 15, 2012

IF you are getting that bad of mileage, start by checking for a leak. If none are found, check to make sure the fuel pressure is within spec and not too high. Finally, if the check engine light is on, have the computer scanned to identify trouble codes.

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