Oils, lubes & additives 35 Solving common problems with professional additives Fuel additive and technical lubricant specialist, JLM Lubricants, outlines five key additives that can tackle problems regularly encountered in today’s busy workshops. For any workshop focusing on quality and efficiency, problemsolver additives are increasingly occupying space on the shelves. And they’re on regular repeat order. These premium quality additives can target problems quickly, cost-effectively and without the need for disassembly. Think tackling friction, sludge build-up, performance loss, a pre-emptive MOT emissions strike, even a badly blocked DPF. The dilemma lies in knowing which brands to choose and where the marketing sizzle is more than matched by the substance. With the average age of cars steadily increasing, mechanical problems will become more frequent, caused by issues such as dirty injectors and turbos, excess soot in the DPF and even SCR (AdBlue) failures. But is it worth stripping an engine down on older high mileage cars? Instead, consider a quality professional additive such as those manufactured by Dutch specialist JLM Lubricants. Which JLM problem solvers should you reach for? Pre-test emission fixer Unlike some available additives that combine diesel and petrol into a single formula, JLM has produced two dedicated formulas: one for petrol and one for diesel. Workshops use them to prepare the vehicle for the MOT emissions tests, avoiding unnecessary failures. The formulas include an octane or a cetane booster for virtually instant results. These powerful formulas can also be used when a vehicle has failed its MOT due to emissions. Did you know that 4% of vehicles now fail the MOT test for this reason? DPF cleaner This is the iconic product which built JLM Lubricants’ reputation with technicians worldwide. The exclusive Cerium and Platinum formulation helps the filter to burn off soot at a lower temperature, which in turn puts less stress on the filter core and reduces ash deposits. This improves filter efficiency and extends filter life. And all delivered in a one-shot formula with no need to remove the DPF. Turbo cleaner Over time, a turbo will become contaminated with deposits from the exhaust. This can compromise its performance and reduce efficiency. JLM’s high-quality turbo additive will restore performance and extend turbo life. A preventative regime that keeps turbos clean, even under poor driving conditions, is essential because it will help protect the turbo, avoiding premature failure. Injector cleaner Whether it’s diesel or petrol, injectors will become contaminated with combustion deposits. This affects overall engine performance and efficiency and is a notable issue with direct injection engines. Regular use of a high-quality injector cleaner will help to restore and maintain injector performance and can prevent longerterm problems. BluBoost AdBlue leaks and deposits can damage the SCR injector and electronics. BluBoost is added directly to AdBlue prior to topping up the reservoir. It will help to clean and prevent crystal formation, and it reduces foaming. Often SCR problems do not manifest themselves until it’s too late, so prevention is key with this type of system. jlmlubricants.co.uk
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