Ikco Pickup Owner's Manual page 49

SAVING FUEL CONSUMPTION
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Heat shield of exhaust manifold
For the purpose of elimination the exhaust
manifold heat radiation effect on throttle
valve and intake manifold assembly, a
shield plate is mounted between intake
and exhaust manifolds.
Fuel consumption
The fuel consumption is depended not
only on the car design, but also on driving
style and maintenance.
Considering the following points could reduce
fuel consumption down to a reasonable limit.
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A- Vehicle maintenance
Maintenance & services of car should be
performed according to the recommended
intervals by replacing on time oil, and
regular checking of the related parts in fuel
consumption.
- Engine tuning up according to manufacturer's
instruction
- Removing carbon deposits of spark plugs
- Air filter changing as determined in service
section
- Keeping tire pressure corrects
(Underinflation of the tires can waste fuel due
to increased running resistance of the tires.
Keep your tires inflated to the correct pressure)
- Using standard tires.
Notice
Clogged air filter reduces the engine
power. If the car is used on dusty roads,
the period of services must be shorten