Car engine runs smooth but gas mileage suddenly is 5 mpg less

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Asked by Fieldsie Aug 30, 2016 at 11:51 AM about the 2004 Lincoln Town Car Ultimate

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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Anything that sudden, probably requires a call to your mechanic for a checkup.....

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Is the check engine light on? If so get the ECU scanned for codes at a local auto parts store and post the codes here. A bad O2 sensor can do this, but it will usually illuminate the check engine light.

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Just went through this with my Lincoln Town Car. When was the last time you changed the fuel filter?

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Hey guys why does my 1997 suddenly have decreasing mileage. Lost about 4 miles per gallon past month. I had the maf sensor cleaned (mechanic used alcohol) and plugs and wires changed. Should I have fuel filter changed? Also, no engine light but temperature sensor is possibly bad. I assume mechanic meant fuel sensor. What should I do first and what priority??? . I can't spend more money but will to fix if possible!! 200 or less God willing... Help me pls bros, a sister in need.. june

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I got additional 3 MPG by just changing the fuel filter. Please keep in mind, to the simple things first - Spark plugs, fuel filter and air filter.

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