Most people don’t realize that the fuel system, including the fuel injectors, can get clogged. There can be sludge in the fuel filter or even in the fuel pump itself. A dirty fuel system can cause all sorts of performance issues in your car, but Jackson Auto Repair can clean and maintain your fuel system to keep your automobile performing as it should be. Here are signs you’ve got a dirty fuel system.
Your Gas Mileage Is Terrible
When your car’s fuel system is sludgy and in need of a cleaning, it’s not able to be efficient with the fuel you put in the tank. That might mean that you’re having to go to the gas station far more often than you usually do. It’s a good idea to track your fuel mileage. There are smartphone apps that do the math for you, or you can calculate your gas mileage per tank by hand the old-fashioned way.
Your Car Has a Tough Time Starting
Modern vehicles have taken a lot of the guesswork out of starting a car. It’s pretty unheard of to have to pump the gas to get a newer model car started. So, if you’re suddenly having a tough time starting your car or you’re feeling that the idle is a lot rougher lately, there might be too much or too little fuel running through the fuel system. A good cleaning can fix that problem.
You Hit the Gas, But the Car Is Slow to Respond
If you’re hitting the accelerator, you pretty much expect your car to follow along with that command. But if your fuel system is due for a cleaning, your car’s acceleration may be slow to respond when you step down on the pedal. You might feel as if the car sort of lurches or jerks while you’re waiting for it to catch up. That’s the fuel struggling to get to the engine.
You Lose Power When You Need it Most
Driving a bigger vehicle like a truck or SUV, you might be carrying a heavier load than usual or you might be towing something behind you. That means you need to be able to count on your vehicle to have the power you need to tackle that job. With a dirty fuel system, though, you may find that your vehicle is losing power just when you need it most. Call Jackson Auto Repair in Jackson, TN, for help with your fuel system cleaning. We will inspect and professionally service your vehicle’s fuel system.