car consumes too much gas

[kellyboi]

hello guys. first time here.i own a mitsubishi lancer 1989 model.not sure about the specifics(GLI,EL etc). bought it at a nominal amount from a relative.it looks normal upon driving and initial inspection

recently, ive noticed that it consumes too much gas.it about more less 7L of gas for a back and forth ride on a nearby town about (12km). ive talked to a friend who knows a little of trouble shooting and told me to replace the worn fuel hose he spotted upon inspection.But, he cannot tell whether there are other gas leaks in the path,from gas tank going to the engine.so my question is this, how do i initially diagnose if there are leaks in the above mentioned path? second, how do i improve the gas mileage,efficiency and consumption (if it all means the same or does it go together) to improve the performance of my car and save money on precious gas.

thank you for your advices and inputs.

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[Jeff Ketchem]

Unless you see or smell gas, I’d probably not be too concerned with fuel lines. Try a quality fuel injector cleaner and check your spark plugs for wear or too many deposits and air filter for restrictions.

[college man]

here are two links to help you.

http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/finding-and-fixing-leaks

http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/finding-and-fixing-the-causes-of-poor-mpg

[kellyboi]

i remember (also my wife) smelling gas while driving on many occassion. was it a sign?

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