What are the effects of ethanol gasoline on cars?
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Effects of ethanol gasoline on cars: 1. Corrosion of metal. During the combustion process, ethanol produces acetic acid, which can corrode metal or plastic components of the car; 2. Increased fuel consumption. The calorific value of ethanol is about 30% lower than that of gasoline, reducing combustion efficiency and increasing the car's fuel consumption; 3. Reduced power performance. The evaporation temperature of ethanol is higher than that of gasoline, leading to slower vaporization during combustion, which affects the formation of the air-fuel mixture and results in decreased power. When using ethanol gasoline, note the following: 1. Before filling up with ethanol gasoline for the first time, be sure to clean the fuel system and remove engine carbon deposits; 2. Avoid mixing ethanol gasoline with regular gasoline or alternating between them.