Question 3538
Do you think a vehicle's idle speed being too high affects fuel consumption?
- Yes, because the engine runs faster and consumes more fuel.
- Yes, because it consumes less fuel.
- No, this does not affect or change fuel consumption.
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Correct answer: Yes, because the engine runs faster and consumes more fuel.
An excessively high idle speed makes the engine turn faster and consume more fuel. It should be maintained at the setting specified by the manufacturer.