When do I need to replace my fuel injectors?
If your vehicle is displaying any of the symptoms above, or you suspect that your vehicle may be having an issue with one of the fuel injectors, have the vehicle diagnosed by a professional technician, such as one from YourMechanic, to determine if any of the fuel injectors need to be replaced.
Can a bad fuel injector cause an engine to go undrirified?
They are found on the vast majority of road going vehicles in one form or another. Because they are a part of the fuel system, any problems with the fuel injectors can cause all sorts of engine performance issues, that can sometimes even render the vehicle undrivable.
What happens if you put too much gasoline in the injector?
Either way, you need to find the cause of the gasoline odor and fix it right away before it becomes a big safety hazard. If the fuel injector is spraying too much fuel into the engine cylinder, this will create a surge in the engine causing your acceleration to be much slower.
How does the fuel injector help the engine?
It supplies the engine with fuel to assist the internal combusting process. It has nozzles which spray fuel into the engine’s cylinder. Also, the vehicles Engine Control Unit (ECU) watches over the injectors functions and makes sure the exact quantity of fuel gets to the engine on time.
When should a fuel injector be replaced?
Generally, the fuel injectors will only need to be replaced when there is a problem with them. You should not have a lot of other parts to pay for repairs or replacements on.
How often do fuel injectors need replacement?
The fuel injectors on your car will typically last between 50,000 and 100,000 miles . The length of time that the injector lasts has a lot to do with the type of gas that is used in the car and how often the various fuel filters are changed.
Can fuel injectors be repaired?
Clogged injectors can usually be repaired, if you catch the problem quickly. Sometimes a fuel injector is completely clogged because of years of neglect or a lack of regular engine servicing. If this is the case then a refurbished replacement may be the only option.
Can fuel injectors spray to much fuel?
Some fuel injectors may spray too much fuel to the engine, resulting in surges. This surge actually has the effect of slowing down your acceleration. If you are in motion, your RPM will suddenly increase, and will not stay constant.