How to Add Gasoline Additives?

[SanArthur]

When adding gasoline to your car, you can simply pour the gasoline additive into the fuel tank along with the gasoline. Gasoline additives are used to address inherent issues in gasoline, thereby achieving benefits such as removing carbon deposits, saving fuel, reducing emissions, and enhancing engine performance. They are categorized into maintenance-type, cleaning-type, and fuel-saving-type additives. It is important to avoid spilling the additive on your skin and to keep it away from direct sunlight when using gasoline additives. Gasoline is a volatile, flammable hydrocarbon mixture liquid derived from the distillation, cracking, or pyrolysis of petroleum. It is used as fuel and appears as a transparent liquid, primarily composed of aliphatic hydrocarbons, naphthenic hydrocarbons, and a certain amount of aromatic hydrocarbons.

[StKaden]

I always add fuel additives when refueling. First, I drive to the gas station and turn off the engine, then open the fuel tank cap and pour the entire bottle of additive directly into the tank. Be careful not to spill it outside, as this stuff is quite corrosive. After pouring, immediately start refueling to use the gasoline's flow to mix the additive evenly. If you're using a concentrated type, remember to dilute it according to the instructions—don't accidentally add too much. It's recommended to add it every 5,000 kilometers; too frequently can actually harm the engine. Keep a bottle in your car for emergencies, but avoid direct sunlight on the additive bottle, as high temperatures can cause it to degrade.

[JakeDella]

The usage of gasoline additives is actually quite simple, and experienced drivers do it this way: After turning off the engine at the gas station, open the fuel tank cap, pour in the entire bottle, and then fill up the tank directly. The key is to add the additive before refueling so that the gasoline can disperse and mix the additive evenly. Never pour it in after refueling, as it will settle at the bottom and become ineffective. I usually use a bottle before driving on the highway, and it makes the engine run smoother. Pay attention to the type of additive—cleaning types are recommended every 5,000 kilometers, while maintenance types can be used in small amounts (half a bottle) with each refueling. Don’t litter the empty bottles; it’s bad for the environment.

[McMarcus]

Gasoline additive usage method: Pour it into the fuel tank before refueling, then add gasoline to mix. Shake the bottle well before pouring, and do not exceed the recommended amount. Avoid storing it in the trunk for too long when the temperature at the gas station is high, as it may become ineffective. Follow the frequency specified in the instruction manual and do not use it randomly.