Aftermarket May 2022

48 AFTERMARKET MAY 2022 ADDITIVES AND CLEANERS www.aftermarketonline.net control by recommending superior quality additives for preventative maintenance and, to deal with specific problems. “Take the JLM Emissions Reduction Treatment range for example. This is ideal as a pre-MOT clean up and as a regular maintenance treatment. Not only does it help keep parts such as injectors clean it leads to a reduction in fuel consumption, and in emissions. It all adds up to savings for the motorist. “In terms of reactive treatments, the JLM DPF Cleaner is designed for use at the first signs of DPF problems, for example when the warning light comes on. Using a combination of Cerium and Platinum, the product helps to burn off the soot trapped in the filter at a lower and safer temperature. This produces less ash and helps to prolong the life of the DPF; once again saving the motorist money in the longer term.” Mike continued: “It's tempting for motorists and indeed for mechanics to opt for the cheapest additives that shout the loudest, but this is very much a flawed strategy upon closer inspection. Just like the washing up liquid comparisons, the cheap brands do not have the cleaning power of the premium brands, so you end up using more to do the same job or, the dishes remain dirty.” Mike added: “JLM Lubricants’ professional additives contain a high concentration of the active ingredients and are less aggressive in their cleaning action than the cheap- as -chips products that periodically find their way onto the market. It adds up to longer parts life and positive results for the motorist.” For more information, visit: www.jlmlubricants.com High-margin David Kaiser, Head of Research and Development at LIQUI MOLY, said: “Additives are not only useful chemical tools that make many tasks easier, faster and more cost- effective than could be achieved by mechanical means. With them, workshops can also offer each of their customers tailor-made service packages and thus generate high-margin additional sales. The better you can explain the benefits of such a service package to the customer, the easier it is to convince them.” He continued: “For example, if an older car is brought in for a service, the approach could look like this; Due to age and mileage, deposits have collected inside the engine, which reduce engine performance, increase fuel consumption and worsen emission values. Because this is a gradual process, the driver usually does not notice it. The oil circuit is cleaned with LIQUI MOLY Pro-Line Engine Flush immediately before the oil change. Dirt and deposits are loosened and drained together with the oil. The fresh oil then goes into a clean engine, so it can achieve maximum performance. “Because the car loses some oil, Pro-Line Oil Loss Stop from LIQUI MOLY is added to the oil. It regenerates seals that became less elastic or shrunk over the years, making them soft and supple again. After around 400 miles, the additive has had its full effect and drops of oil under the car are a thing of the past, without the motorist having to spend a lot of money on a repair. To also rid the fuel system of harmful deposits, the workshop adds Petrol Engine System Cleaner to the fuel tank. Its active ingredients remove dirt from injectors so that the petrol is atomised more finely and burns better. The engine is able to recover its original performance and fuel economy. To keep it that way, the workshop sells the car owner a box of Injection Cleaner, a petrol additive that the car owner can use to keep the injectors clean and protect the fuel system from corrosion. It is enough to empty a can into the tank every 1,200 miles when refueling.” David added: “Thanks to our wide range of additives, very special service packages can also be offered; To pass the MOT emissions test, to seal a leaking radiator or to provide extra protection for the engine of a high- horsepower car.” Variety Commenting on fuel additives, Andy Wait, Head of Four- Wheel Sales and Marketing, Motul UK said: “ Engine fuel combustion is never perfect, due to residues from unburnt fuel molecules or fuel impurities. These create deposits on the valves, piston heads, rings, and injectors, or in the carburettor. “Injector or carburettor fouling increases the size of fuel drops dispersed in the chamber, resulting in poorer fuel combustion and increased consumption. Such fouling gets on the valves and pistons, disturbing the movement of mechanical parts among themselves. Friction is then higher, especially between the piston rings and cylinder walls, and disturbs optimal engine operation. Last, poor combustion in the engine also causes clogging in the exhaust after treatment system. This leads to a sharp drop in its efficiency. Motul’s Fuel System Clean removes contamination from the entire fuel system and cleans it, while binding moisture and condensed water. GDI Clean offers a thorough cleaning of valves, injector nozzles and the inlet area for direct injection gasoline engines. Valve And Injector Clean for non-direct injection petrol engines removes contamination and keeps injectors clean. “Diesel System Clean removes contamination, and binds moisture and condensed water throughout the whole system, while DPF Clean maintains the DPF, when used regularly, and supports regeneration. “ Moving over to oil additives, Andy observed: “Engine fouling is not limited to the combustion chamber. It can also contaminate valve lifters and the rest of the cylinder. Motul’s Oil Additive range includes a wide choice of products to decrease and even eliminate fouling, while also stopping leaks. Looking at transmission and cooling systems, Andy said: “Motul’s Automatic Transmission Clean removes contamination and deposits in automatic transmissions, while Radiator Clean Removes deposits throughout the cooling system and Radiator Stop Leak is self-explanatory.” Left: MANNOL Super Benzin Octane Plus Below: JLM Emissions Reduction Treatment