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Car Forum / Ford / Ford Focus / September 2004

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2002 ZX5 getting only 9 mpg

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Hank G. - 24 Sep 2004 01:02 GMT
I recently went over a curb which I didn't see when I entered a garage. The
right side of my 2002 Focus ZX5 came down hard to top of the curb right
behind the right wheel. I was easily able to back off the curb and drive
away with no apparent damage. I had my garage put the car on the rack and
have a look at it. He said all seemed to be fine.

But obviously it's not. I'm averaging about 9 miles per gallon since this
happened. I don't smell any gas so I am assuming the gas line is ok. Can
anyone tell me the likely source of my sudden drop in gas milage?
Paul R - 24 Sep 2004 07:54 GMT
Check the brakes aren't catching - the wheels will get very hot - and you'll
find acceleration reduced.

Paul R

> I recently went over a curb which I didn't see when I entered a garage. The
> right side of my 2002 Focus ZX5 came down hard to top of the curb right
[quoted text clipped - 5 lines]
> happened. I don't smell any gas so I am assuming the gas line is ok. Can
> anyone tell me the likely source of my sudden drop in gas milage?

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