Hey guys,
I've had my 2009 Element EX (4WD) for about 3 weeks now, and this past Friday my check engine light went on. (Actually, it was the emission control failure light.) They said that it could be due to a loose gas cap, but I always make sure that it's tight. But more importantly, I've noticed that my gas mileage has decreased substantially since I've had the truck. I've filled my gas tank about 3 times so far, and each time I noticed that I had averaged about 120 miles per HALF tank of gas. That's horrible! Obviously, there's something not right. I'm praying that it's not a Lemon!
So I took it to the dealer this morning and they said they found out what was causing the light to come on, but they couldn't find out what was causing my gas mileage to suck. The dealer wants me to run the tank from full to empty to track how many miles I get per tank. My question to you guys is, "How many miles do you average per full tank of gas?" Please also state whether it's mostly city or highway or both. Btw, I have a 4WD Automatic. Thanks in advance for your feedback! I really appreciate it.
I've had my 2009 Element EX (4WD) for about 3 weeks now, and this past Friday my check engine light went on. (Actually, it was the emission control failure light.) They said that it could be due to a loose gas cap, but I always make sure that it's tight. But more importantly, I've noticed that my gas mileage has decreased substantially since I've had the truck. I've filled my gas tank about 3 times so far, and each time I noticed that I had averaged about 120 miles per HALF tank of gas. That's horrible! Obviously, there's something not right. I'm praying that it's not a Lemon!
So I took it to the dealer this morning and they said they found out what was causing the light to come on, but they couldn't find out what was causing my gas mileage to suck. The dealer wants me to run the tank from full to empty to track how many miles I get per tank. My question to you guys is, "How many miles do you average per full tank of gas?" Please also state whether it's mostly city or highway or both. Btw, I have a 4WD Automatic. Thanks in advance for your feedback! I really appreciate it.