How Do You Improve Mileage With A Ford 6-Liter Power Stroke Engine?
The 6.0L Power Stroke diesel was available in Ford trucks from 2003 to 2007 model years and replaced with the 7.3L engine. With modest horsepower and torque gains over the previous Power Stroke engine, the 6.0L also came with improved fuel economy. However, certain criteria must be present for the 6.0L to achieve the best fuel economy possible in such a powerful engine. While there is no “magic pill” to turn your diesel into a fuel sipper, several commonsense activities can maintain the best fuel economy possible. Change the oil and filter regularly with a high quality filter, such as a Motorcraft, Wix or Napa Gold Line. Make sure to use 15w40 detergent oil that is approved for 6.0L engines. The scheduled maintenance guide calls for an oil change every 5,000 miles or 200 engine hours if the truck is operated in severe duty conditions. Using the truck in a metropolitan area, a dusty area, making frequent short trips, driving in stop and go traffic and towing all fall under severe duty c