Topic: Defensive and eco-driving · Nº 64 / 150

Su vehículo consume mucho carburante, ¿qué debe revisar?
Your vehicle uses a lot of fuel. What should you check?
- ACircuito de lubricación y refrigeración.The lubrication and cooling system.
- BCircuito de escape.The exhaust system.
- CCircuito de alimentación y de encendido.The fuel supply and ignition system.
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Correct answer
- CCircuito de alimentación y de encendido.The fuel supply and ignition system.
Explanation
Excessive fuel consumption is usually caused by faults in the fuel supply system, such as a dirty air filter or badly adjusted injection, or in the ignition system, such as worn spark plugs. These faults make combustion worse, so they should be checked at a garage.
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