Back to all

Deep Clean Your Fuel System at Sovel's Auto Service

December 4, 2016

Having trouble with your fuel system? Bring your vehicle into Sovel's Auto Service for a check up.

In today's Sovel's Auto Service auto post, we're talking about fuel system cleaning. The first thing to know is how important it is to have a clean fuel system. Novi residents need fuel to go, and the cleaner the fuel system, the more efficiently the fuel will burn. That means more power and better mileage .

A clean fuel system saves money for Novi drivers at Michigan gas stations. We guess you could say it all starts and ends at the pump. One of the most important things Novi residents can do to keep their vehicle fuel system clean is to buy good quality gas. Major brands have detergents that keep gum and varnish from rapidly building up in the fuel system.

So buying cheaper gas in Michigan can actually be more expensive for Novi drivers in the long run. Now, most cars on Michigan roads are more than five or six years old. That means they've had time for some dirt and rust to start accumulating in the fuel tank. This junk needs to be filtered out of the fuel before it hits your vehicle engine. That's the fuel filter's job.

When the fuel filter is clogged, the dirty fuel will bypass the filter and go on up to the engine where it can clog fuel injectors and get into the cylinders. So Novi residents should have their fuel filter changed when recommended. Check your owner's manual or ask your friendly and knowledgeable Sovel's Auto Service service advisor if your fuel filter is due for replacement.

Sovel's Auto Service
41425 W. 10 Mile Rd.
Novi, Michigan 48375
248-348-7337

Need Service?

Request a Quote

More articles from Sovel's Auto Repair Novi

Alleviate the Creaks and Squeaks (Chassis Lubrication)

February 1, 2026

If your vehicle creaks and squeaks when you drive down the road, it may mean that some of the metal parts are rubbing against each other and need to be lubricated. Those could be parts of the suspension, steering system and the drivetrain. Years ago, most vehicles had to have their chassis (wha... More

Power Steering Pump Replacement

January 25, 2026

When youre driving and you hear a squeal or groan when you turn, it may be a sign your power steering pump is on its last legs. The same is true if you feel your steering is slipping or doesnt respond to your hands like it used to. Precise, responsive steering is, of course, important when it ... More

See the Light (Bulb Replacement)

January 18, 2026

When you notice one of your headlights has gone out, its important for the safe operation of your vehicle to get it changed and working again. Not only is replacing a headlight important for your ability to see in the dark, but its also vital that it be lighting your way and aimed correctly so o... More