Having run a vehicle,
say several thousand miles, you may notice that the engine is
creaking along even when you go pedal to the metal. A check with your
auto mechanic may reveal that the fuel lines are being clogged by
carbon deposits. Much like cholesterol deposits in arteries that can
be detrimental to a heart, such carbon buildup threatens to have the
engine perform less than desired, leading to decreased fuel economy
or less than optimal performance. As such, you need a fuel
injector cleaner to get the lines clear again.
Fuel injector cleaners
are designed to rid the fuel lines of carbon deposits all the way to
the fuel injectors themselves. Some products are applied by pouring
in the recommended amount into the gas tank and letting the chemicals
run their course through the system. Others may require a special
fuel injector cleaning kit.
As far as frequency
goes, some auto experts recommend doing a full fuel injector flush
every 15,000 to 30,000 miles on average. The need for a fuel injector
cleaner increases when the service station you typically frequent may
not be providing high-octane gas. After a fuel injection service,
expect better fuel efficiency and even improved horse power.
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