Compare several fill-ups using the same calculation method, and note route, traffic, temperature, load, and tire pressure. Short trips and cold weather can change consumption without a new mechanical fault.
If the change is persistent, pair it with warning lights, fuel smell, smoke, or a drivability symptom. Scan for codes and investigate the pattern instead of relying on one dashboard estimate.
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