argam 0 0 3234.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 4 2007-08-18T18:51:23+00:00 true <p><strong>Keep your engine tuned properly and save on gas and carbon emissions.</strong> Checking spark plugs, oxygen sensors, air filters, hoses and belts are a few examples of maintenance that can save a vehicle owner up to 165 gallons of gas per year, resulting in potential savings of over $600. According to <a href="http://www.greencar.com/">http://www.greencar.com/</a></p><p>&quot;when an engine is properly tuned, it consumes less fuel. As a result, the amount of carbon dioxide released into the air also is reduced. When tuning your car,&nbsp;there are five major emissions components that need to be inspected: the PCV system, exhaust gas recirculation system, charcoal canister, fuel injectors, and catalytic converter. Additionally, air filters and fuel injectors should be checked and worn sparkplugs should be replaced since misfires mean unburned fuel can pass through the exhaust system. The car's thermostat should be fully operational in order to conserve gas.&quot;</p> kalleflower 660 0 false 1 1 11 false 11 habit http://www.fightglobalwarming.com/page.cfm?tagID=268 11 false 0 660 2010-01-12T13:50:32+00:00 2 3053 0 0