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How a Dirty Fuel Injector Ruins Your Engine's Performance

How a Dirty Fuel Injector Ruins Your Engine's Performance

We spend a lot of time checking on the big, obvious components under the hood. It is easy to notice when a battery dies, a belt squeals, or a radiator hose starts spraying bright green fluid all over the driveway. Those are the loud, dramatic car problems that demand your immediate attention. But some of the most frustrating performance issues stem from components that are barely larger than a standard ballpoint pen. At our shop, we talk to drivers every day who complain that their vehicle has simply lost its old spunk. They tell us the car feels lazy when merging onto the highway, shakes uncomfortably when sitting at a red light, or is suddenly chugging gas. When we hook up our diagnostic equipment, the culprit often turns out to be a set of dirty fuel injectors. Let us take a look at what these tiny marvels actually do, why modern cars make them get dirty faster than older models, and how a microscopic bit of carbon can ruin your daily drive. The Anatomy of the Perfect Mist ... read more

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