Why Your Diesel Engine Needs the Right Fuel Additive

Why Your Diesel Engine Needs the Right Fuel Additive

1. Clean Fuel Systems = Reliable Performance

Modern diesel engines use ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) and high-pressure injection systems, which are prone to internal diesel injector deposits (IDID) and asphaltene buildup. These deposits can gum up injectors, clog filters, harm the DPF, and reduce engine efficiency.

2. Additives Prevent Costly Breakdowns

Using a high-quality additive like 4+ Premium ensures continuous cleaning, preventing deposits before they cause issues. Regular treatment keeps filters clear and injectors responsive—saving you from expensive part replacements 

3. Post-Storage Revival

Diesel fuels degrade over storage, forming hardened deposits. After winter or idle periods, these deposits can freeze injectors. 4+ Premium and Super Clean treatments rejuvenate stored fuel and restore reliability 4plus.ca.

4. Specialized Solutions for Diverse Needs

4+ offers products tailored for unique challenges:

  • 4+ Super Clean: Strong anti-gum formula for sluggish systems or pre-repair cleans 

  • 4+ Turbo Clean: Maintains turbocharger vanes, reduces soot and carbon buildup

  • 4+ Polar Max: Prevents diesel gelling down to –45 °C, vital for extreme cold 

  • 4+ Diesel Melt: Emergency treatment for gelled fuel, breaking down wax and ice rapidly

5. Real-World Proof

A customer with a Cummins engine regained full performance overnight using 4+ Super Clean and followed up with Premium, avoiding a costly injector overhaul .
In another case, Enbridge Energy extended filter life and eliminated black slime by routinely using 4+ Premium.


4+ Fuel Additives: Clean, Protect & Perform

Here's how 4+ works to keep your diesel engine in top shape:

  • Detergents + anti-foulants: Dissolve deposits, improve atomization, and clean injectors.

  • Lubricity & cetane boosters: Enhance combustion efficiency, reduce wear, and lower emissions.

  • Cold-weather protection: Prevent gelling and ice formation in subzero environments.

Overall, 4+ helps engines start better, run stronger, and last longer 


Best Practices for Diesel Additive Use

Bottom Line: Enhance Diesel Performance with 4+

  • Prevent deposit build-up—avoid injector failure, filter plugging, and DPF issues.

  • Boost performance and economy—clean fuel burns more efficiently.

  • Protect components from wear and tear—lubricity and cold-flow additives extend life.

  • Address specific challenges—select products tailored to your conditions and engine needs.

4+ Fuel Additives offer a full toolbox for diesel care—ensuring your engine starts reliably, runs cleanly, and performs optimally in any season. Start using the right additive today and experience smoother operation, better fuel efficiency, and peace of mind for years to come.

Ready to choose your 4+ additive? Reach out to the nearest dealer (over 350 locations across Canada & the US) or contact info@4plus.ca for bulk inquiries and safety data sheets.