Is Car Shaking Related to Gasoline?

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RichardFitz
07/30/25 3:11am
Car shaking is related to gasoline. Using gasoline with a lower octane rating can cause knocking, which leads to engine shaking. It is recommended that car owners remove the fuel tank and empty the gasoline. Gasoline is a volatile, flammable hydrocarbon mixture liquid obtained through distillation, cracking, or pyrolysis of petroleum. It is primarily used as fuel for spark-ignited internal combustion engines and mainly consists of organic compounds derived from crude oil distillation and various additives. The causes of car shaking include: 1. Low cylinder pressure: If one cylinder is not functioning properly, it can result in a misfire, leading to engine shaking. 2. Carbon deposits and oil sludge blockages: Over time, carbon deposits and oil sludge can accumulate in the throttle body, idle valve, and intake ports, causing blockages and restricted airflow. This affects idle stability and results in shaking.
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