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2002 Saturn SL dropped 10mpg after oil change

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Old 11-08-2008, 09:46 PM
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Re: 2002 Saturn SL dropped 10mpg after oil change

So I've wasted a lot of money on those plugs I can't return now? heh. Figures.
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Re: 2002 Saturn SL dropped 10mpg after oil change

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We troubleshot a P0301 code with the new scangauge II ... after changing cables and plugs the engine still vibes on idle at stops ... which could mean EGR ... which is next on the agenda.
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Our 01 Saturn knows that code well--misfire on cylinder 1. I've worked my way down the troubleshooting list to intake manifold gasket leak which is reported to be a common defect for that code in aging SL1's. I haven't had the chance to dig out the old gasket yet. For us it's just a transient problem--mostly for other drivers in the family since I don't idle at stops much.
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Our 01 Saturn knows that code well--misfire on cylinder 1. I've worked my way down the troubleshooting list to intake manifold gasket leak which is reported to be a common defect for that code in aging SL1's. I haven't had the chance to dig out the old gasket yet. For us it's just a transient problem--mostly for other drivers in the family since I don't idle at stops much.
That code... does it prompt a Check Engine light? Or does the saturn just ignore it and move on? I'm curious now to see if I need to hook a code reader up (no scan gauge yet) and look for problems.
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Re: 2002 Saturn SL dropped 10mpg after oil change

Check PCV valve.
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Re: 2002 Saturn SL dropped 10mpg after oil change

can anyone tell me off the top of their head... if I average between 35 and 38 mpg (its winter)... I just netted 37.48 with little effort... what increase will I see running max sidewall pressure (44psi) in the 2002 Saturn SL 5M... any other quick easy safe mods I can make to net better milage... 40+ with little effort and expense? btw sorry for the thread jack... same car... nearly 179k... looking for some good milage!
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Re: 2002 Saturn SL dropped 10mpg after oil change

I'd like to know what you're doing to get that kind of FE in winter! I can barely keep it around 34 after the winter RFG went into effect and the temp dropped.

Also, 44psi tires? are they stock or aftermarket?
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