What Symptoms Will a Car Show When the Fuel Injector is Faulty?

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JakeDella
07/30/25 3:41am
When a car's fuel injector is faulty, it may exhibit the following symptoms: 1. Severe carbon buildup in the engine cylinders; 2. Accelerated wear of the cylinder liners and piston rings, leading to unstable idling; 3. Increased fuel consumption, lack of power during acceleration, and difficulty starting; 4. Excessive vehicle emissions. It is recommended to clean the fuel injectors regularly and promptly. A fuel injector is a simple solenoid valve. When the solenoid coil is energized, it generates a magnetic force that lifts the needle valve, opening the injection hole. Fuel is sprayed at high speed through the annular gap between the needle valve head and the injection hole, forming a mist that promotes complete combustion. The main types of fuel injectors in cars include: diesel injectors, gasoline injectors, and natural gas injectors.
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