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Bionic_Man
Sep 24, 2019Explorer
Shiner, I know you’ve mentioned that your Cummins is tuned. Is your Bimmer the same?
If so, it is a given that the computer stated MPG in your cars will be off more than most.
I’m not saying that the computer is always dead on accurate with factory tuning, but it is closer than with an aftermarket tune.
I also track all my fuel use in an app. On my old 03 CTD the computer was always within 1 MPG prior to tuning with a Smarty Jr. After that it was up to 3 MPG off. My 2012 is reasonably accurate - but only for a rolling 300 or so mile range under similar driving conditions. So it’s accurate on long trips for an OEM tank.
If so, it is a given that the computer stated MPG in your cars will be off more than most.
I’m not saying that the computer is always dead on accurate with factory tuning, but it is closer than with an aftermarket tune.
I also track all my fuel use in an app. On my old 03 CTD the computer was always within 1 MPG prior to tuning with a Smarty Jr. After that it was up to 3 MPG off. My 2012 is reasonably accurate - but only for a rolling 300 or so mile range under similar driving conditions. So it’s accurate on long trips for an OEM tank.
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