Does redex diesel system cleaner work?
Overall, we haven’t noticed any extreme changes using Redex over the past few months. However the idea of a system clean is still a good one, though. Redex provides preventative measures for keeping fuel tanks clean and can improve fuel economy over time.
Can Redex damage a diesel engine?
No, Redex products are perfectly safe and will not cause any damage or impairment to your car. Redex products are specially formulated to provide a reliable engine-cleaning solution that will remove harmful deposits from your fuel system without causing damage.
Can I use a whole bottle of Redex?
The instructions say to fill the tank up and add half the bottle, but many people have put the full bottle in with quarter of a tank, it really doesn’t make a difference really. The more redex you put in with less amount of fuel means the redex is stronger and should clean out the system more.
What does Redex do to a diesel engine?
The purpose of the Redex fuel system cleaners is to remove this build-up of deposits and keep the fuel injection system clean. By doing so, the fuel will burn more cleanly and therefore give you better performance and fuel economy as the engine is working more efficiently.
How often should I use Redex diesel?
How often should I use Redex DPF Cleaner? We recommend that you use Redex DPF Cleaner in every second or third tank of fuel, particularly if you drive short journeys or do a lot of stop/start driving in a city.
Does redex cause white smoke?
RMS Regular. Its the Redex alright. It’ll cause ALOT of whitish smoke for a while, but it’ll soon disappear!
Can I use redex in half a tank?
Redex is designed to be easy to use, with clear labelling telling you how much of a bottle to use in different fuel tank sizes – so you can just follow the on-pack instructions. For example, the 250ml petrol system cleaner treats two tanks, so just add half the bottle each time you fill up with fuel.
How often should you use Redex Diesel?
Do you put redex in before or after?
Redex mixes with your fuel, so simply add it to your tank when you top up to help you improve your MPG and save money.
Will redex clean my fuel filter?
Redex DPF Cleaner with Diesel System Cleaner – If your diesel car has a DPF filter and you do a lot of slow stop-start driving in town, add a shot of Redex DPF Cleaner to the fuel tank to prevent blockages in the filter. Our innovative formula cleans and reactivates the DPF, clearing soot without a costly repair.
Does redex have a shelf life?
It does say on the label ‘Safe for catalytic converters’. I e-mailed Redex and they said shelf life is 3 years after manufacture.
Why is redex diesel system cleaner so important?
Redex Diesel System Cleaner ensures the essential components of the fuel system are clean, specifically the injectors. Clean injectors mean better fuel atomisation, leading to engine longevity which in turn gives more power and better fuel economy.
How many shots of Redex fuel cleaner do you need?
One shot of Redex fuel cleaner is capable of treating a fifty-litre fuel tank, but those who have never used a fuel additive before – or those who own an older car – may wish to use two shots for an intensive clean, particularly during first application, or you can try our Advanced System Cleaner.
Can you use redex AdBlue in a diesel tank?
Redex AdBlue ® should be added to the AdBlue® tank to help reduce NOx emissions in diesel cars. The two products are safe to use together, just make sure you add them to the right tanks. What is the difference between the Professional DPF Cleaner and Complete Diesel System Cleaner products?
How often should you use redex advanced system cleaner?
Redex Advanced System Cleaner (Petrol and Diesel) – Use if you’ve not used additives in your car before, and then every 3,000 miles to boost your car’s health and give the fuel system and engine an intensive clean.