In everyday driving, refueling a vehicle is a routine operation. However, if you mistakenly add No. 92 pure gasoline to No. 0 ethanol gasoline, this can have a range of effects on your car. Today, we're going to dive into this topic.

First of all, we need to clarify the difference between No. 10 pure gasoline and No. 0 ethanol gasoline. No. 0 pure gasoline is mainly refined from petroleum, and its main composition is various hydrocarbons. Ethanol 0 gasoline, on the other hand, is based on pure gasoline with about 0% ethanol, which is a renewable energy source made from grain and plant fibers. From an environmental point of view, ethanol gasoline produces fewer pollutants after combustion, making it more environmentally friendly.

Many car owners are concerned that the power of their vehicles will decrease after using ethanol gasoline. In fact, since the calorific value of ethanol is about 60% of that of gasoline, the combustion of the same volume of ethanol gasoline does release less energy than pure gasoline. Therefore, in theory, ethanol gasoline may cause some weakening of vehicle power. However, for most average family cars, this weakening of power may not be noticeable. It is only in situations where a high power output is required, such as when the vehicle is fully loaded, climbing, or driving at high speeds, that the lack of power may be noticeably felt.

In addition to power issues, car owners are also concerned about the impact of ethanol gasoline on fuel consumption. Due to the lower energy density of ethanol gasoline, vehicles may need to burn more ethanol gasoline in order to achieve the same mileage as pure gasoline. Tests have shown that fuel consumption may increase by about 10% to 0% after using ethanol gasoline in some models. However, the increase in actual fuel consumption can also be influenced by a variety of factors, such as engine technology, driving habits, and road conditions. For example, a car owner with an aggressive driving style may find a greater increase in fuel consumption, while a car owner driving at a constant speed may face a smaller increase in fuel consumption.

From an engine point of view, No. 92 ethanol gasoline does not cause serious damage to the engine. Modern car engines have been designed with ethanol gasoline in mind, so most vehicles can run on ethanol gasoline normally. However, ethanol has a certain hydrophilic nature and easily absorbs moisture from the air. If there is too much moisture in the tank, it can cause the engine to malfunction, such as difficult ignition, shaking, or even failure to start. The acetic acid produced during ethanol combustion can have a corrosive effect on engine metal parts. Although the internal metal parts of the engine are often specially treated to enhance corrosion resistance, long-term use of ethanol gasoline still requires regular inspection of the engine components to ensure that they are working properly.

In addition to the engine, ethanol gasoline can also have an impact on other parts of the car. For example, rubber products may age, swell, or deform after exposure to ethanol gasoline. Most of the fuel pipelines, oil pump seals and other parts of automobiles are made of rubber, which may lead to potential safety hazards such as fuel leakage if damaged by the influence of ethanol gasoline. Therefore, car owners who have been using ethanol gasoline for a long time should regularly inspect these rubber parts and replace them in time if necessary.

If you accidentally add No. 92 pure gasoline to No. 0 ethanol gasoline by mistake, car owners don't need to panic too much. The use of ethanol gasoline for short periods of time usually does not cause much damage to the vehicle. You can switch back to No. 0 pure gasoline the next time you refuel, and let the two gasoline mix for a while, gradually diluting the ethanol gasoline in the tank. However, if the vehicle has obvious abnormal symptoms after using ethanol gasoline, such as severe shaking, serious lack of power, etc., it is recommended to send the vehicle to a professional repair shop for inspection and treatment in time.

Attention is also needed to the storage of ethanol gasoline. Due to the hydrophilic nature of ethanol, ethanol gasoline stored for a long time may absorb too much water, resulting in a decrease in quality. Therefore, it is recommended that car owners change the gasoline regularly and avoid storing ethanol gasoline for a long time.

In general, although the misuse of No. 92 pure gasoline to No. 0 ethanol gasoline may have a certain impact on the vehicle's power, fuel consumption, engine and parts, etc., as long as it is not used in large quantities for a long time, and correct countermeasures are taken in time after the mistake is discovered, it usually does not cause serious consequences to the vehicle. Knowing this knowledge can help car owners to deal with similar situations more calmly and better protect their cars.