What are the symptoms of poor gasoline quality?
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Symptoms of poor gasoline quality include: insufficient vehicle power, engine carbon buildup, severe shaking, stalling, fuel pump failure, inability to start the vehicle, EPC light on the dashboard, engine malfunction light illumination, excessive exhaust emissions, etc. Long-term use of inferior gasoline will severely damage the engine, result in incomplete fuel combustion, and lead to consequences such as reduced engine power, increased fuel consumption, and increased carbon deposits in the fuel injectors. Gasoline is produced by refining various gasoline components obtained from petroleum refining, such as straight-run gasoline components, catalytic cracking gasoline components, and catalytic reforming gasoline components, and then blending them with high-octane components. It is primarily used as fuel for spark-ignition internal combustion engines in automobiles.
I've been driving for twenty years and often encounter troubles caused by low-quality gasoline. After filling up with bad fuel, the car clearly feels off—the engine idles roughly, shaking violently like a massage chair, making the steering wheel wobble and the ride completely uncomfortable. Acceleration becomes sluggish, as if stepping on the gas pedal is like pushing through mud, with slow response and significantly higher fuel consumption. What used to be a 500-kilometer range per tank now barely reaches 400, wasting money for no reason. Even worse, the car struggles to start, sometimes requiring multiple turns of the key, and once even stalled mid-drive, leaving me on edge. Low-quality fuel contains more impurities, which can clog fuel injectors, accelerate carbon buildup, and potentially damage the engine over time. If you notice these symptoms, switch to fuel from reputable gas stations immediately and maintain the fuel system regularly. This not only saves money but also keeps your beloved car running longer and smoother.
