97 Passat GLX V6 Waqgon getting terrible MPG

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Old Sep 23, 2008 | 03:52 PM
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Hey All.

Can any of you gearheads tell me why my 5-speed 97 Passat GLX Wagon V6 with about 100,000 miles on it is averaging about 15 miles per gallon? Gee-whiz, you'd think it was an SUV!

I keep the tires full, and just changed the oil... what else should I do? Think a new set of plugs and wires would help? Whaddaya say?

 
Old Sep 23, 2008 | 07:49 PM
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any codes in it?
could have a fuel pressure regulator or a temp sensor problem
 
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