How to Clean Direct Injection Fuel Injectors?
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Disconnect the vehicle's fuel pump power supply; for some models, you can remove the fuel pump relay. Connect the specialized no-disassembly cleaning tool, locate the fuel injector supply pipe joint, disconnect the fuel hose, and then reconnect it. Open the valve of the no-disassembly cleaning tool, start the engine to maintain idle operation, adjust the flow switch properly, and constantly monitor the engine's operation. Every 2 minutes, increase the engine speed to 1500r/min, maintain it for 20 seconds, then return to idle operation. Repeat this process several times until the cleaning agent is exhausted.
As a car novice encountering a clogged fuel injector for the first time, my friend taught me a simple cleaning method. Just buy a dedicated cleaner additive and pour it into the fuel tank - driving a few dozen kilometers will allow the fuel to naturally flush out carbon deposits. Remember to choose reputable brand cleaners, don't cheap out on inferior products that may fail to clean properly or even damage the engine. I watched some online tutorials emphasizing to first turn off the engine, mix the cleaner with gasoline after adding it, then restart and drive slowly to circulate the system. The whole process requires no technical skills, just minimal cost, but be careful not to splash cleaner on skin or eyes - wearing gloves makes it safer. After cleaning, the throttle response became noticeably smoother and fuel efficiency improved slightly - quite a cost-effective DIY solution.