Formation and Treatment of Engine Carbon Deposits

All the basics of life on Earth, carbon is a great element - there isn't that much in your car engine. Ironically it comes in your engine from the past lives on Earth, in the form of dinosaurs that you burn to move from one place to another. Perhaps it only fits that some of them decide to stay on your engine before plunging into the maelstrom of combustion.

Causes of carbon deposits:

There can be multiple reasons for such kind of carbon deposits, engine oil is of low quality, poor air quality, insufficient combustion, low-speed driving, frequent short-distance travelling, poor air quality, driving style, vehicle maintenance, mileage, oil quality ┅┅

The harm caused by carbon deposits:

If the accumulation of coke and gum deposits is not severe, the car's cold start can be challenging. The hydraulic tappet and engine valve will create unusual noise with an obvious knocking sound. However, it will normally work after it has warmed up to a specific temperature.

When a large amount of carbon deposits sticks to the valve and the duct, they cause hindrance and stop the car engine from starting normally.

With time, when you don't pay attention, carbon deposits start absorbing oil vapour and then turn into thicker carbon deposits. Moreover, when thicker carbon deposits start absorbing more gasoline, it will create hot ignition in the combustion chamber, causing the engine to knock. In addition, it also causes a decrease or insufficient combustion, as well as an increase in fuel consumption. 

Without proper care, it causes the overheating of the engine cooling system and accelerates the wear and tear of mechanical elements. Also, it can cause the piston to burn out and damage the cylinder gasket. 

The carbon deposits have a lasting impact on the engine. It can reduce its power, increase fuel consumption, and create difficulty while starting the engine. In addition, heavy carbon concentration may also cause deflagration, acceleration at low speeds, strange noise, and piston rings may stick to the valve. In such cases, the upward piston collides with the unreturned valve, causing mechanical damage to the engine, affecting its service life and performance, thus affecting the car's power and economy.

Ask any car service center, they will recommend regularly cleaning the engine's carbon deposits. 

• You should regularly clean your car's engine from carbon deposits every 7500 kilometers or 6 months. In addition, you should also clean the fuel supply system and air intake system appropriately, and it is recommended to refill high-quality fuel at a regular car service center. 

• If you generally use your car for travelling short distances and at low speeds, it is recommended to use low gears. However, you must use higher gears for travelling at high speeds under proper road conditions. 

• You must regularly conduct a professional inspection of the car using a dedicated car service center. Also, always use only genuine spare parts such as engine oil and fuel additives. 

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