How many milliliters of fuel additive should generally be added?
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Generally, 300ml of fuel additive is added, but in reality, it should be analyzed based on the actual situation. For example, if the fuel tank has a larger capacity, more fuel additive needs to be added. Fuel additive is unnecessary for new cars with less than 20,000 kilometers of mileage. For vehicles exceeding 20,000 kilometers, it should be added as needed. Long-term use of fuel additive is harmful to the engine, and excessive use can increase carbon deposits in the combustion chamber, even leading to engine knocking or detonation, and worsening vehicle exhaust emissions. The functions of fuel additive are: 1. Remove carbon deposits from the car; 2. Reduce abnormal wear of the engine; 3. Improve atomization efficiency; 4. Reduce vehicle exhaust emissions; 5. Extend the service life of the car engine; 6. Clean the fuel system.
I've been using fuel additives for many years and found that the amount to add depends on the situation. For example, a bottle of fuel additive is usually around 300ml, designed to be added to a full tank of gasoline, roughly between 50 to 60 liters. I usually pour a whole bottle in before refueling, which gives the right ratio to effectively clean carbon deposits and improve fuel efficiency. Adding too little won't have any effect, wasting money for nothing; adding too much might clog the fuel injectors or cause exhaust issues. So I always read the instructions carefully before each use, as dosages may vary between brands. Occasionally forgetting to add it is no big deal, but adding it regularly, say every 5,000 kilometers, helps keep the engine in optimal condition.
As a cautious car owner, I'm very careful about the dosage when using fuel additives. The manual usually recommends adding 50 to 100 milliliters per 50 liters of fuel, so I start with the minimum suggested amount, like pouring 50 milliliters into the fuel tank. If I don't notice a significant improvement in the car's performance, I'll increase it to about 70 milliliters next time. Adding too much might cause the engine to smoke or shake, and it's not good for the sensors either. Therefore, I stick strictly to the recommended dosage to avoid blindly following trends of excessive use. Choosing the right fuel additive product is also crucial—I check user reviews before deciding to prevent buying inferior products. In daily driving, using the right amount can help extend the engine's lifespan.
