ACAR wrote:
> Sarah wrote:
>
>> The dealership did do diagnostics which should have shown a clogged air
>> filter.
>
> Actually, this is not true. Not unless the air filter is pretty much
> blocked. Electronic diagnostics is a simple search for trouble codes.
>
> The only thing that they could come with was driving style.
>> But I cannot imagine a 8 mpg difference from the expected 30 mpg city.
>> My next step is to have the oil changed.
>
> You may want to invest in a tune-up, too. Maybe have them check the
> brakes, while they're got the car on the lift. Even with just 14K
> miles, you may be well served by having a technician give the car a
> thorough mechanical check.
>
at 14k??? how much experience do you have with cars? seriously, please
tell.