Where is the fuel consumption cleaning for cars?
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The location for fuel consumption cleaning in cars is the engine, and the reasons are: excessive carbon deposits can roughen the intake pipe walls, affecting the intake efficiency and the quality of the air-fuel mixture. The causes of engine carbon deposits are: 1. Long-term poor driving habits by the owner; 2. Poor quality of the gasoline used in the car; 3. Aging or damage to the engine's carburetor. The methods for cleaning engine carbon deposits are: 1. Remove the engine cover, detach the throttle valve, clean it with carburetor cleaner, dry it with a cotton cloth, and reinstall; 2. Open the oil cap, pour in the entire can of cleaner, close the oil cap, idle the engine for 10 minutes, then turn it off; 3. Before refueling, add the entire bottle of fuel additive to the fuel tank; 4. Purchase a bottle of intake system cleaner, pour it into the reservoir of a dedicated cleaning device, connect it to the intake system, and start the engine to draw the cleaner into the intake path using vacuum.
My car's fuel consumption had been rising sharply, and it felt sluggish when driving, so I specifically consulted a mechanic. He said it's necessary to clean carbon deposits in several key areas: first, the throttle body, located at the front of the engine, controls the airflow in and out—excessive carbon buildup can obstruct airflow, naturally causing fuel consumption to soar; then there are the fuel injectors, responsible for spraying fuel—if clogged with carbon deposits, they can lead to uneven fuel spray and incomplete combustion; the intake manifold is also prone to carbon buildup, which can affect the air-fuel mixture ratio; additionally, inside the combustion chamber, including the top of the piston, carbon deposits increase compression resistance; carbon can also accumulate around the spark plugs from time to time, affecting ignition efficiency. I recommend getting a professional cleaning every 20,000 kilometers or more frequently if you often drive in congested city traffic. Using fuel additives for daily maintenance can save a lot on fuel costs and extend the engine's lifespan. Don't wait until fuel consumption doubles before taking action—it might be too late by then.
