4 Ways To Keep Your Vehicle's Fuel System Clean

 

4. Replace The Fuel Filter Every 72,000 Miles

The fuel system needs clean, pure gasoline to run properly. That's why modern cars are equipped with fuel filters between the tank and the engine itself. Fuel flows through this filter on its way to the engine, so any impurities or foreign contaminants in the fuel are removed. Over time, this filter can become clogged, slowing the flow of fuel and potentially causing performance problems. The filter can also get perforated and let debris past, getting into the fuel injectors and doing damage.

That's why Subaru recommends replacing the fuel filter on your car every 72,000 miles as part of routine preventative maintenance. It'll ensure you're getting a steady stream of clean fuel to the engine, and keep your fuel injectors free of damage from any foreign matter that might be in the gas.

 

3. Have The Fuel System Inspected Every 30,000 Miles

Subaru also recommends regular fuel system inspection by a qualified dealership technician. Every 30,000 miles, they can inspect the system and check for potential problems. Keeping the fuel system in good shape is key to getting a long life from you vehicle and also getting the best performance and fuel economy.

2. Use The Right Fuel For Your Car

If you drive a high-performance Chevrolet Camaro or Corvette, it may require you to fill up with premium fuel. This is important to ensure you get smooth, reliable performance. Regular-grade fuel may begin to combust too early inside the engine's cylinders due to the intense compression. This can result in a loss of power, sluggish acceleration and a knocking, ticking or pinging sound coming from under the hood as you drive. However, if you drive a Chevrolet vehicle that just requires regular-grade unleaded, there's no benefit to using premium fuel instead.

 

It's also a good idea to ensure you're using high-quality gasoline. The best gasoline in the United States is certified Top Tier Gas. With a more advanced package of detergents and additives, Top Tier Gas can actually help keep your engine cleaner by removing carbon build-up on valves and fuel injectors that may have been left behind by lesser fuels.

1. Consider A Deep Cleaning Instead Of Fuel System Additives

Wouldn't it be nice if you could make your car more reliable, more efficient and longer-lasting just by pouring some liquid into the tank? Sadly, the real world doesn't often work so easily. While there are many fuel system additives and fuel system cleaning solutions you can find at the gas station or auto parts store, we don't endorse them at Capitol Chevy. They make impressive claims about what they can do for your car, but rarely can those claims be verified.