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Old 16-01-2011, 08:44 AM   #16
DeKa
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Originally Posted by In Focus
Not an LS, but an LV 4 speed automatic. I noticed it was pinging ever so slightly over 3000 revs in 3rd gear on 91 fuel. Decided to try it on 95, and the pinging has stopped, and I've got a suspicion the fuel consumption has improved. It could be even enough of a fuel saving to make up the difference in price.

Anyone had a similar experience?
When I bought my LV (second hand) it obviously had 91 octane fuel in it because it pinged. I switched to 98 octane and the problem went away. You'll find in the manual it recommends 95 or higher, but it can run on 91.
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