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ATS Chemical 3C Intelligent Induction Cleaner

The ATS Chemical 3C Intelligent Induction Cleaner removes heavy carbon deposits from the gasoline based internal combustion engine. The 3C gasoline engine cleaning system is specifically designed for the ATS 3C carbon removing chemicals.

Causes of Carbon Deposit Buildup in Diesel Engines and How to Prevent It

Carbon deposit buildup on diesel engine components such as piston heads, fuel injectors and intake valves is a bigger problem than it is for gasoline engines. Here’s what you can do to help stop it.

Direct Injection Engines and Carbon Deposits

When the early direct-injection engines hit the three-year or 30,000-mile mark, some developed driveablity problems due to carbon buildup on the necks of the intake valves. In the late ‘90s and early 2000s, TSBs related to carbon deposits on the valves were few and far between. There are three reasons why direct-injection engines are more prone to carbon deposits. Read on to find out.