High fuel consumption is due to

High fuel consumption is due to Correct Answer External leakage of fuel

Following are the reasons for high fuel consumption. Out of given options, leakage of fuel is one of the main reasons for excess fuel consumption.

High fuel consumption

Causes

Remedies

Wear during compression

Replace piston

Fuel leakage in fuel system

Repair or Replace

Idle speed adjusting screw set incorrectly

Adjust as prescribed

Clogged /dirty air filter

Replace or clean

Leakage of combustion gases from the cylinder head

Retighten or replace head gasket

Valve improper timing

Repair

Valve clearance improper adjustment

adjust as prescribed

Injector defective

Overhaul the injector

Inter cooler defective

Repair or Replace

Wrong injection timing

Set proper timing

Defective fuel pump

Overhaul

Related Questions

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