{"id":1640,"date":"2022-08-30T20:48:37","date_gmt":"2022-08-31T03:48:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.allbaydiesel.com\/?p=1640"},"modified":"2022-08-30T20:50:27","modified_gmt":"2022-08-31T03:50:27","slug":"when-to-add-diesel-fuel-additive-other-facts-you-must-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.allbaydiesel.com\/when-to-add-diesel-fuel-additive-other-facts-you-must-know\/","title":{"rendered":"When To Add Diesel Fuel Additive & Other Facts You Must Know"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Most drivers ignore their fuel until it is time to fill up or until there\u2019s an obvious problem with the fuel delivery system or the engine.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, if you own a diesel vehicle, it\u2019s in your best interest to always pay attention to the fuel. You need to know when the diesel composition in your vehicle is changing and when you can benefit from adding a diesel fuel additive.<\/span><\/p>\n

As a <\/span>reliable mobile mechanic in the Bay Area<\/span><\/a>, we often advise diesel car, truck, or SUV owners on when to add diesel fuel additives to their vehicles. This article puts all the information you need in one place.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Does Diesel Fuel Need Additives?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Unlike gasoline, diesel fuel needs additives because it contains more properties that need protection from external factors. Gasoline is a highly refined fuel, while diesel is heavier fuel that\u2019s more prone to change over time, even in storage.<\/span><\/p>\n

You must add diesel additives to protect its cold weather performance, stability, lubricity, and cetane rating.<\/span><\/p>\n

When To Add A Diesel Fuel Additive<\/b><\/h2>\n

You should add diesel fuel additive in the following scenarios:<\/span><\/p>\n

Prevent fuel residue buildups<\/b><\/h3>\n

Diesel burns more cleanly compared to gasoline. However, the combustion process still leaves residues that can turn into buildups that clog important parts like the fuel injector.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fuel injectors<\/a> and fuel filters are some of the most important parts of diesel engines. They aid the combustion process by delivering fuel to heated and compressed air. Deposits clogging the injectors will restrict the fuel delivery, giving you a reduced engine performance.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Without adding diesel additives to reduce the residues, you\u2019ll likely have to pay for replacement parts over a short time.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ensure excellent cold weather performance<\/b><\/h3>\n

Diesel fuel contains paraffin. As the temperatures drop to 32\u00b0F, it starts to crystallize. When the temperature drops to 11 to 15\u00b0F, the paraffin will turn to gel, clogging the fuel tank and the filters.<\/span><\/p>\n

Adding anti-gel additives to your tank will lower the gelling point and improve your engine\u2019s cold-weather performance. Here\u2019s all you need to know about using diesel in cold weather.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n