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Originally Posted by Z2TT
Hello.
I have read on various forums that people have experienced better fuel economy after changing their fuel filters.
I'm wondering, how can a dirty fuel filter cause the vehicle to use more fuel?
wouldn't it use less?
Thanks.
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Z2TT,
A dirty fuel filter makes no difference to economy but it usually restricts the upper rev limit simply due to lack of flow.
Totally blocked the filter simply stops the engine since fuel can't get through.
Pete.