High Quality DLLA154PN007 105017-0070 Diesel Injector Nozzles Auto Repair Parts

In general, fuel injectors are hard wearing and with a little care can often last the life of the engine. Like any other engine part, regular maintenance is the key to keeping them going. If you plan on running up high mileage on your car, then there are a few things you can do to help.

1. Regular Inspection And Cleaning

The most effective way to keep injectors in good working order is to have them removed and inspected at regular intervals. Under normal circumstances that would be every 25,000 miles or 40,000 kms. If you tend to do a lot of short journeys then you’d probably want to have them looked at more often to prevent the build up of deposits.

2. Use Of Fuel Additives

Another great way to keep injectors in good health is to regularly add a fuel injector cleaner to to your fuel tank. Many manufacturers claim that these cleaners will give your car extra power or increased mpg. They probably won’t, or make much difference to a car that is running properly.  However the best fuel injector cleaners are great for maintaining injectors that have been well looked after, especially in diesel engines. 

3. Regular Engine Servicing

Regular oil and filter changes will go a long way towards maintaining a healthy engine. If an engine isn’t running efficiently, this can load extra pressure on injectors. It’s also important to regularly change the fuel filter to ensure a proper fuel flow.

4. Driving Style

Driving a car hard combined with short start stop journeys will increase the wear and tear on injectors. Letting the engine cool down before shutting it off will increase the life span of the injectors. This will also benefit the rest of the engine too.

If you want to keep your car running, don’t neglect the fuel injectors. They are easy enough to maintain.  Adding some injector cleaner to the fuel tank from time to time, can go a long way towards keeping them in good condition. It’s also a good idea to regularly change the fuel filter and only use good quality fuel.

If your car has covered a lot of miles or ifyour engine is underperforming or randomly misfiring, it may be caused by bad fuel injectors. Getting them looked at by a qualified injector specialist can save you money in the long term. Just remember that diagnosing any problems quickly will help prevent further damage to the injector, the fuel system and the engine.