Fuel Contamination Services:
- Comprehensive fuel system diagnostics to confirm contamination source and severity
- Fuel tank draining, cleaning, and decontamination
- High-pressure fuel pump inspection for scoring, wear, or metal debris
- Fuel injector testing, cleaning, or replacement when damaged by contamination
- Replacement of fuel filters, water separators, and contaminated lines
- Diesel fuel system flushing to remove water, DEF, algae, or debris
- Water-in-fuel sensor testing and repair for accurate warning detection
- CP3/CP4 contamination inspection and recovery procedures
- Preventive fuel system maintenance and additive recommendations
Protect Your Engine From Fuel Contamination
Fuel contamination is one of the most dangerous and costly problems a vehicle — especially a diesel — can face. Contaminants like water, dirt, algae growth, bad fuel, or even misfueling can quickly damage injectors, high-pressure pumps, and the entire fuel delivery system. At By The Book Diesel & Auto Repair, our technicians are trained to diagnose, contain, and repair contamination before it leads to catastrophic engine damage.
Common signs of contamination include rough running, hard starts, excessive smoke, loss of power, or metal shavings found in the fuel system. If ignored, contamination can ruin injectors, seize high-pressure pumps, and circulate metal debris throughout the engine.
What Causes Fuel Contamination?
Fuel contamination can occur from a variety of sources:
- Water contamination from condensation or poor-quality fuel
- Bacterial or algae growth in diesel tanks
- DEF accidentally added to diesel tanks
- Dirty storage tanks at fuel stations
- Old or degraded gasoline in gas-powered vehicles
- Metal debris from failing CP4 or CP3 pumps
- Rust or corrosion inside the fuel tank
Even small amounts of contamination can lead to major failures in today’s high-pressure fuel systems.
Our Fuel Contamination Repair Process
- Diagnosis & Confirmation: We start with detailed diagnostic testing, including fuel sampling, water detection, pressure checks, and pump/injector monitoring.
- Tank Draining & Cleaning: The entire fuel tank is drained and cleaned thoroughly to remove water, sludge, or debris.
- Replace Filters & Flush System: We replace all fuel filters and professionally flush lines, rails, and injectors to restore clean fuel flow.
- Pump & Injector Inspection: Contamination often damages injectors or high-pressure pumps. Our team inspects and repairs or replaces affected components as needed.
- System Refill & Additives: We refill the tank with clean fuel and recommend additives that help prevent moisture, microbial growth, and corrosion.
Why Choose Us?
- Diesel specialists experienced with modern high-pressure fuel systems
- Advanced diagnostic tools that detect contamination quickly
- Honest recommendations based on what your system actually needs
- High-quality replacement parts to protect your engine long-term
- Thorough repairs that prevent recurring contamination or major failures
Don’t Ignore the Warning Signs
If your vehicle is hard to start, runs rough, smokes excessively, or recently got bad fuel, act fast. Fuel contamination can spread rapidly and cause thousands in damage if left untreated. Bringing your vehicle in early can save your injectors, pumps, and even your engine.
Trust the experts at By The Book Diesel & Auto Repair to restore your fuel system and protect your investment. Contact us today to schedule service..
