I was going to have my oil changed on my 04, DII, SE, 53K at the dealer. They were telling me to add a bottle of LR fuel additive, part # LRN5051 ($17). Is this a good idea. If so, how often.

Thanks.

 

Yes it is a great idea.

Good fuel additives. Lucas, Seafoam, Chevron Techron concentrate, LR fuel additive, and BG 44k.

 

i once added a bottle of "octane booster" or some other additive to my fuel in one of my old cars... the next day i blew my motor... my suggestion is find out what this magical concoction is and what the potential gains or damages that may come of it...
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You can buy your own bottle of injectore cleaner at AutoZone for $5 and do this at every oil change.
$17 is steep. Butit is a good idea.

 

Besides the dealer markup, what is the difference btw the products at autozone for $5?

 

I dont know. Without looking at the label and comparing ingrediants there is no way to tell.
Ask the dealer for the empty bottle, take itto AutoZone and then start reading labels.
Chevron with Techtron fuel injector cleaner is a good one. I go to Wal-Mart in the spring and buy the clearanced "seasonal" fuel injector cleaners, ususally 50% off and a decent brand too, like Prestone.
DiscoMike used to work at a dealership, he probally knows more about LR injector cleaner then the rest of us.

 

For fuel the RXP is a very good injector and decarbon cleaner.
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The parts guy at the dealer said I could use a bottle Chevron Techron.

Willie

 

Tapper,
Yes a"GOOD" fuel additive is always a good idea once a year. From Seafoam, Chevrons Techtron to B&G's 44K, which is the best, the results will be noticable especially if used when doing a couple hour road trip.

 

Thanks for all the advice.

If I drive 15K a year, is once a year enough.

Thanks, off to the store to buy some stuff.