What are the methods for carbon deposit removal?
3 Answers
Methods for carbon deposit removal are as follows: 1. Throttle carbon deposits: Remove the throttle body, clean both sides with carburetor cleaner, then wipe off the decomposed carbon deposits with a cloth. 2. Engine internal carbon deposits: These mainly appear on intake/exhaust valves and piston tops in the combustion chamber. Use specialized equipment to inject cleaning agents into the combustion chamber, allow sufficient chemical reaction time, then extract the waste liquid. Note: For severe carbon buildup cases, disassembly cleaning is recommended - removing intake manifolds and engine cylinder heads for thorough engine cleaning.
I've been driving for over a decade and have some experience dealing with carbon deposits. The most common method is adding fuel additives, like carbon cleaners, into the fuel tank and then driving a hundred kilometers or so on the highway. These additives can dissolve carbon deposits in the engine, and they're quite effective and affordable. For severe carbon buildup, professional cleaning is necessary, such as intake valve or combustion chamber cleaning. Most repair shops have the equipment for this, and it usually costs a few hundred dollars. Prevention is key: avoid frequent short trips and prolonged idling; use higher-quality engine oil and gasoline; and have regular maintenance checks to save yourself a lot of trouble. I've tried all these methods, and with a bit of attention, the car runs much smoother.
As a girl who loves tinkering with cars, I believe clearing carbon deposits should be safe and simple. You can directly use fuel additives like fuel system cleaners—just mix them in when refueling, it's foolproof. Or occasionally take your car for a high-speed drive; the high engine temperature can burn off carbon deposits. For prevention, I insist on using high-quality gasoline and avoid long drives right after a cold start to reduce carbon buildup. If these methods don't work, go to a professional shop for a proper cleaning—don't mess with it yourself, safety first. Regularly check your car's condition, and adding a protective agent is also quite convenient.
