What are the effects of a failed carbon canister?
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A failed carbon canister can affect fuel consumption. There are three methods to reduce vehicle fuel consumption: 1. Minimize vehicle weight: Keep the interior simple and avoid carrying unnecessary items. Each additional kilogram of load increases fuel consumption by 1%. 2. Avoid excessive vehicle modifications: Adding spoilers, protective covers, or wings can disrupt the original aerodynamic design, increasing wind resistance and consuming extra fuel. Modifying lighting systems increases electrical load, leading to unnecessary fuel consumption. 3. Develop good driving habits: Avoid sudden acceleration, high-speed driving in low gears, prolonged idling, frequent lane changes, or braking. Aim for smooth starts, steady-speed driving, and reduced braking.