How to Make a Ford F150 Get Better Fuel Mileage
According to fueleconomy.gov, the Ford F-150 truck gets between 12 and 14 miles per gallon in the city and between 16 and 19 miles per gallon on the highway depending on the model. With volatile fuel prices trying to get the best fuel economy means more money in your pocket. By changing your driving style and maintaining your truck, you can improve your average miles per gallon.
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Stay current on Ford's maintenance schedule for your F-150. If you are using your F-150 to haul, you may need maintenance checks more often than your maintenance schedule recommends. Check with your mechanic for specifics. Your maintenance schedule includes oil changes every 2,500 to 3,000 miles. Ford offers a Fuel Savers package, which includes an oil and filter change, check of all fluids, tire pressure, air filter, brakes and hoses, a battery test and tire rotation. Staying up to date on all maintenance and taking care of your engine is one of the best ways to improve your fuel economy.
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Remove all extra weight from the back of the truck. Although the F-150 is meant for heavy duty towing and hauling, additional weight makes the engine work harder, which leads to higher fuel consumption. If you don't need the extra weight in the back, remove it.
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Drive on the highways as much as possible. Highway mileage is better than city driving mileage, but try to avoid driving on the highway during peak traffic times. Idling on the freeway burns gas but does not get you anywhere. Driving when traffic is light will allow you to maintain a constant speed, which is better for fuel economy.
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Change your driving style. Accelerate slowly, especially when you are hauling extra weight, and anticipate stops by letting off the gas pedal in advance and gliding to a stop. A smooth and patient driving style will lead to more miles per gallon.
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Use a high performance air filter to get more air to your engine. K&N makes a high quality air filter that can be cleaned and reused throughout the lifetime of the F-150. A quality air filter will be especially helpful if you are driving your truck in dusty areas, such as on dirt roads.
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