Consider Fuel Injector Cleaner Kits on the Market

Posted by David Butler on July 30th, 2017

If not a bottled product, an alternative is to buy an entire cleaner kit. For the do-it-yourselfers, there is more than one choice to make here as well. Opinions on the best fuel injector are entirely subjective. The decision on what brand to buy is up to the consumer’s individual preference.

The new product, the 3M fuel system tune up kit, has the bottle consumers are accustomed to seeing, plus a spray can of the throttle plate and carburetor cleaner and a can of intake system cleaner. This is advertised as being as easy to use as performing an oil change, and it helps restore power and boost the vehicle’s mileage. For the inexperienced, however, this may not be the right choice. Using the 3M kit requires hand tools. As an aid, an instructional DVD is included with the Fuel Injector Cleaner kit. The 3M product’s biggest pro is the video designed to guide the amateur mechanic through the process. The biggest con is the need to use hand tools to get the job done, instead of simply pouring in a bottle of injector cleaner.

The series of Run-Rite Multi-Step fuel system cleaning kits also gets the job done, but is more advanced. Recommended use is annually, or every 15,000 miles. Regular use reduces emissions, improves fuel economy and restores the engine’s performance. Run-Rite comes in Two-, three-, and four-step kits designed to remove carbon deposits from combustion chambers, injectors, and valves. The advantage is that this fuel system cleaning kit is top of the line and will result in a significantly cleaner fuel injector. The disadvantage – and for backyard mechanics, it’s a big one – is that it’s for professional use only. Garage and car repair facility owners have access to this, but the amateur does not.

Another Option: Engage the Services of a Professional

It’s worth mentioning that drivers who want no part of getting down and dirty under the hood adding fuel injector can have an expert handle the entire process. There is professional ultrasonic fuel injector cleaning services available that charge a set fee per injector. These auto service centers use state of the art equipment to provide flow testing and visual checks of the injectors for leaks and irregular spray patterns. Check with the individual mechanic to find out what they do and don’t do. Some, for example, will service most gasoline-based fuel injectors, including automobile, motorcycle, and marine engines, but not diesel injectors or GM Vortec CPI injector “spider” assemblies.

Whether you choose to do it yourself or have Fuel Injector Cleaner service on your vehicle done professionally, regular maintenance as needed keeps the engine running smoothly. As cars age, they need extra care, and you may find after a few years your automobile’s engine needs some additional cleaning. Taking care of the engine significantly extends its life.

Info Source: Car Accessories Center