Fuel System Cleaning Service Costs
Basic Fuel Injection Cleaning
Labor Time: 1 hour
Parts/Materials: $30-45 (cleaning solution)
Total Cost: $155-170
Complete Fuel System Cleaning
Labor Time: 1.5-2 hours
Parts/Materials: $50-75 (professional cleaning solutions and additives)
Total Cost: $235-325
Intake Manifold Cleaning
Labor Time: 2-3 hours
Parts/Materials: $40-60 (cleaning solutions and gaskets)
Total Cost: $290-435
Throttle Body Cleaning
Labor Time: 1 hour
Parts/Materials: $15-25 (cleaning solution)
Total Cost: $140-150
Direct Injection System Cleaning
Labor Time: 2-2.5 hours
Parts/Materials: $75-100 (specialized cleaning solutions)
Total Cost: $325-412
Note: Prices are estimates based on our standard labor rate of $125/hour. Actual costs may vary depending on vehicle make, model, and condition. Additional repairs may be necessary if components are found to be damaged during inspection.
Fuel System Cleaning Procedures
Fuel Injector Cleaning
Steps:
- Connect diagnostic equipment to verify fuel system operation
- Relieve fuel system pressure safely
- Connect professional-grade fuel system cleaning equipment to fuel rail
- Add specialized cleaning solution to equipment
- Run engine while cleaner circulates through injectors
- Allow cleaner to dissolve carbon deposits and other contaminants
- Restore fuel system connections
- Test drive to verify improved performance
Throttle Body Cleaning
Steps:
- Remove air intake components to access throttle body
- Inspect throttle plate and housing for carbon buildup
- Spray manufacturer-approved throttle body cleaner
- Carefully clean throttle plate and housing with appropriate tools
- Ensure throttle plate moves freely
- Reinstall air intake components
- Reset throttle position sensor if necessary
- Test operation and verify smooth idle
Intake Manifold Cleaning
Steps:
- Remove necessary components to access intake manifold
- Inspect for carbon buildup and deposits
- Apply professional-grade intake cleaner
- Clean intake runners and ports
- Use specialized tools to remove stubborn deposits
- Clean intake valves if accessible
- Reassemble all components
- Start engine and check for proper operation
Complete Fuel System Cleaning
Steps:
- Perform initial diagnostic scan
- Add fuel tank cleaner to remove contaminants
- Clean fuel injectors using professional equipment
- Clean throttle body and plate
- Clean intake manifold if necessary
- Replace fuel filter if required
- Clear diagnostic codes
- Road test vehicle to verify improvements
- Provide before/after performance report
Note: Specific procedures may vary depending on vehicle make, model, and condition. All cleanings are performed by certified technicians using professional-grade equipment and cleaning solutions.
Types of Fuel System Cleaning

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Common Signs of Fuel System Contamination and Failure
Fuel System Cleaning Service Guide
Fuel Injector Cleaning
Signs of Dirty Injectors:
- Rough idle or stalling
- Poor acceleration
- Failed emissions test
- Decreased fuel economy
- Engine misfires
Recommended Service: Every 30,000 miles or when symptoms occur
Intake Valve Cleaning
Signs of Carbon Buildup:
- Loss of power
- Engine hesitation
- Check Engine light
- Rough idle
- Poor throttle response
Recommended Service: Every 60,000 miles or sooner for direct injection engines
Throttle Body Cleaning
Signs of Dirty Throttle Body:
- Irregular idle speed
- Stalling
- Delayed throttle response
- Check Engine light
Recommended Service: Every 30,000-60,000 miles or when symptoms occur
Fuel Tank Cleaning
Signs of Contaminated Fuel Tank:
- Frequent fuel filter replacements
- Engine sputtering
- Difficulty starting
- Rust particles in fuel filter
Recommended Service: As needed, typically when contamination is suspected
Complete Fuel System Cleaning
Signs Needed:
- Multiple fuel system symptoms
- Vehicle age over 5 years
- High mileage
- Poor maintenance history
Recommended Service: Every 30,000-60,000 miles depending on driving conditions and fuel quality
Note: These are general guidelines. Consult your vehicle's owner's manual or a certified technician for specific recommendations for your make and model.
How It Works
- Get a quote online or set-up a time to have your vehicle looked at.
- Pick time slots that work for you, easily, online.
- We will confirm appointments and send reminders.
- Our mechanics bring everything that is needed to you.
- All you have to do is provided a safe area for the work to be performed.
What we need from you
- A safe place to work on your vehicle
- No working on the side of busy roads
- No working on unstable or steep surfaces.
- We do not perform repairs during severe weather.
- Authorization from a property owner or management.
- Repair work done in a parking lot or at your requires permission.
- We do not do repairs in areas restricted by law.
Common Questions
Service Area
Our primary service area is greater Grand Rapids and includes Comstock Park, East Grand Rapids, Grandville, Kentwood, Walker, and Wyoming
Our secondary service area is provided by our Belding location and includes: Belding, Greenville, Ionia and the sorrounding areas.
Contact us if you have any questions about where we provide services.