Injector clean

[Transporter]

I took my GTI in for it's 45k service and had the same line about the injector clean. They wanted an extra $199 !

The best way to void the need for the injector clean service is to use fuel system additive on regular basis, right from the start when the car is new. In case of TSI or any petrol engine I suggest Inter-Ject fuel system cleaner into every 3rd tankful. With the diesels, every time you buy fuel.

[ian]

My brother is a member of a large Motor Home Club and they buy in bulk a product called MainLube, and they all use it in their Diesel motors homes and im using it in my Navara Diesel and my Golf V gt Diesel ,I was given a 1ltr bottle and ive nearly used half in 6 months and i do notice a more smoother idle in both vehicles. They also make other additives.

http://mainlube.com/cms/index.php?page=Additives

[Transporter]

I've tried Lucas Fuel Additive; filled up 6 days ago.
Lucas Fuel Treatment : Lucas Oil

As per instructions, I put 330ml in the T5’s fuel tank and filled up. I have to admit that the blue smoke from the exhaust on first start up in the morning is completely gone.

The word of caution!
If your diesel has DPF box, I wouldn't use it, since I don't see any note on the product label that it is suitable for vehicles equipped with the DPF. But that's only me, you make your own decision.

[ope126]

Thanks to Transporter for the info.
I have found this link a bit more helpful as the Wurth site is hard to navigate; Wurth Australia Pty Ltd - The Assembly Professionals

Search under 0893 567

http://www.wurth.com.au/catalogueview.asp?pdf=A04_0047.pdf

[ope126]

I have also just tried a bottle of the Liqui Moly SPEED TEC Diesel whilst I wait for the Wurth products.
I must say it is pretty good! Sells for $20 - $25 at various Supercheap / autObarn retailers.
LIQUI-MOLY Fuel and Oil Treatments & Additives

Out of interest, has anyone tried the Liqui Moly TOP TEC 4200 5W-30 engine oil?
It has the following approval VW 504.00/507.00.

I am interested in trying it...

[Transporter]

Thanks to Transporter for the info.
I have found this link a bit more helpful as the Wurth site is hard to navigate; Wurth Australia Pty Ltd - The Assembly Professionals

Search under 0893 567

Wurth Australia Pty Ltd - Catalogue

Yes, I know they don't have the best website and that link in pdf The assembly professionals is changing every month, so it's hard to quote their specific information. As for Liqui Moly oil, if it has MOS2 in it, it would be probably the best oil for TDI's.

[ope126]

Yes, I know they don't have the best website and that link in pdf The assembly professionals is changing every month, so it's hard to quote their specific information. As for Liqui Moly oil, if it has MOS2 in it, it would be probably the best oil for TDI's.

Here is the Wurth details for SE Qld; Wurth Trade Centre 37 Motorway Cct, ORMEAU P: 07 5549 9500.

Transporter, as for the Liqui Moly oil and your question around MoS2, here you go; LIQUI-MOLY Fuel and Oil Treatments & Additives

[Transporter]

Yes I know, it is great stuff I'm already using LM Engine Protect (Mos2) in all our rides except Tiguan (still too soon).

[ope126]

Did a little more research and contacted Liqui Moly Australia today.

They have advised that they no longer import the Speed Tec Diesel. Only what is available in retail outlets.
After speaking with a rep, they sent me an email with the Technical specs of the Liqui Moly Diesel Anti-Knock Plus. FUEL ADDITIVES

According to the spec sheet it is safe to use with DPF's.
This looks more like a cleaner than just a booster of the Speed Tec.

What are your thoughts on the Diesel Anti-Knock Plus?

PM me if you want me to send you the PDF Spec Sheet.
Unfortunatley I am unable to add to this thread.

[ope126]

I have used the Liqui Moly Diesel Anti-Knock Plus; seems all good so far!

[Transporter]

There is LM SpeedTec Diesel (is compatible with DPF) at Super Cheap Auto for $10 per can, normally $20, cause it is discontinued product.

[Wagen Wheels]

Hi Guys,

I just recently put in 70mL of Chemtech "Diesel Power" (instructions say 1mL of fuel additive to every litre of diesel fuel) in with my last Shell diesel fill since we're going to be going for a long trip. Although only had the Passat TDI for just under 3 months (4,000km), has anyone else used this product and are they basically all the same (770g/L liquid hydrocarbons)?

Also, is it a good idea to put some additive into your diesel tank every 3 or 6 months to keep the injectors clean as I used to do this regularly with all my previous petrol cars?

Wagen Wheels.

[Transporter]

Hi Guys,

I just recently put in 70mL of Chemtech "Diesel Power" (instructions say 1mL of fuel additive to every litre of diesel fuel) in with my last Shell diesel fill since we're going to be going for a long trip. Although only had the Passat TDI for just under 3 months (4,000km), has anyone else used this product and are they basically all the same (770g/L liquid hydrocarbons)?

Also, is it a good idea to put some additive into your diesel tank every 3 or 6 months to keep the injectors clean as I used to do this regularly with all my previous petrol cars?

Wagen Wheels.

IMO, the Fuel Doctor from Super Cheap is a better product than Chemtech. I use fuel additive every time I buy fuel and recommend the same to my customers with the diesels.

[m3103]

sorry if this has already been answered but my brains mush after work today and all these additives and cleaners being thrown around have done nothing but go in and straight out.
Can someone please tell me a good fuel additive (i.e. to add to every tank) for my mk6 TDI? and where i could get it?
Thanks in advance

[Transporter]

Here is the link, http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/f28/...tml#post619836

Just remember that additive must be made for Common rail and also that the majority of the additives coud be used all the time you just use less of it.