How often should I Clean my fuel injection system?
A quick video on using the OTC 7448 fuel injection cleaner tool to service fuel injection systems. Fuel injection system service is a critical maintenance item that should be performed every 6 years or 60,000 miles to insure trouble free operation of fuel injectors, remove engine carbon deposits and maintain fuel economy.
What happens when you clean your fuel system?
During fuel system cleaning, a mechanic will remove any fuel and deposits that have built up inside of your system over time. They’ll also clean out intake valves and cylinder heads for you and perform a full flush of your fuel system. This process is designed to keep your car’s fuel system as efficient as it was when you first got your car.
How much does it cost to clean your fuel system?
In fact, you should only have to pay somewhere between $50 and $80 to have the fuel systems in most cars cleaned. There is a chance that, while in the process of cleaning your fuel system, your mechanic may find that your fuel filter has gotten very dirty. They may suggest that you replace it for an additional $50 or so.
Do you have to use detergent to clean fuel injectors?
Lower-priced brands often use only the minimum, but the so-called Top Tier brands use more detergents, and some vehicle manufacturers recommend them because of that. Detergents have been required by the EPA since 1995 because many vehicle owners complained of clogged injectors and fuel-system deposits.
When do fuel injectors need to be cleaned?
Fuel injectors clog when deposits build up over time and thousands of miles; when that happens, they don’t deliver the fine mist of gas that provides maximum performance and efficiency. If that happens, you’ll notice a loss of engine performance or lower fuel economy.
Do you need to clean the fuel system?
That’s why some manufacturers, such as Hyundai, Kia and others, recommend adding a fuel system cleaner to your gas tank periodically if you’re not using Top Tier gas on a regular basis.
Are there any problems with the fuel injectors?
Not only has gasoline gotten better since then, but so have the injectors, so problems aren’t as widespread as they used to be.
How does a chemical cleaning service work on a car?
The most common cleaning service is a chemical drip, that is the bottle of chemical is attached via a hose to the intake and with the engine running the chemical is drawn into the engine trough the intake, past the valves and into the combustion chamber.