What can I do to get better mileage performance in a 1999 Dodge 1500 Ram? Also, the dash is cracked in several places, any recommendations on how to fix it?

Asked by cecarter758 Mar 03, 2015 at 11:21 PM about the 1999 Dodge RAM 1500 ST Club Cab 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Someone suggested putting a type of fuel booster of some type and then changing the
spark plugs.  I would like to get better mileage performance.  Should I be driving in 4L or
2L?  I have been driving it in 4L and the 4wheel drive light is on.

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Fuel booster is a waste of money. Putting in the gas tank an occasional bottle of Techron fuel system cleaner is beneficial. The biggest killer of fuel mileage is a poorly tuned engine and under- inflated tires. Do a full tune up if necessary (spark plugs, belt(s), filters, transmission fluid, differential lubricants, transfer case fluid, etc.). You should be driving around in 2H unless the road conditions warrant 4 wheel drive. Driving around on dry road surfaces in 4 wheel drive consumes extra fuel and wears things out, including tires.

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Thanks. This is very helpful. My husband passed and i'm just getting to know these things. The 2H seems to drive ok around town as well.

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