pmerrill
09-18-2004, 07:43 PM
I'm wondering what other people are experiencing with C180 fuel consumption. I've just started checking mine and it's not that great BUT I only drive it from the burbs into Sydney (total about 15 kms in and 15 kms back) through morning and evening traffic up and down hills as well. Specs are:
C180 (Apr 1994)
Shell Optimax RON 98
last reading 12.35 liters/100 kms
132,000 kms on the odometer
no A/C turned on as its just turned spring
I've changed the air cleaner and did the plugs this weekend. I noted that all the plugs had a bit of dry carbon black on them, which normally indicates too rich a mixture. I'm wondering whether I might need the lambda sensor checked or the injectors cleaned?
Any comparisons out there or ideas on improving fuel economy?
C180 (Apr 1994)
Shell Optimax RON 98
last reading 12.35 liters/100 kms
132,000 kms on the odometer
no A/C turned on as its just turned spring
I've changed the air cleaner and did the plugs this weekend. I noted that all the plugs had a bit of dry carbon black on them, which normally indicates too rich a mixture. I'm wondering whether I might need the lambda sensor checked or the injectors cleaned?
Any comparisons out there or ideas on improving fuel economy?