Saw this label while I was at Autozone this morning. None on the shelf, no info online and the counter didn’t have any tracking on it. Wonder what this stuff will be like??
Valvoline Restore and Protect Fuel System Cleaner??
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I couldn’t find anything either on Valvoline’s site or any other searches. I did find the Complete Fuel System cleaner online which I think is part of their professional line.
Well, I sent an email to Valvoline. So I guess we’ll see what they say too.
Looking up the 25204 number on that price tag brings up this listing online:
https://www.autozone.com/p/valvoline-fuel-system-cleaner-25204/1580931
It's SDS says it's "Valvoline Complete Fuel System Treatment"
Maybe a renaming is in the works or more likely a misprint; hence the empty shelf?
https://www.autozone.com/p/valvoline-fuel-system-cleaner-25204/1580931
It's SDS says it's "Valvoline Complete Fuel System Treatment"
Maybe a renaming is in the works or more likely a misprint; hence the empty shelf?
The number shown on the price label in the pic, 25204, corresponds to this SDS:
https://contentassets.autozone.com/safety_data_sheet/USA/1580931.pdf
https://contentassets.autozone.com/safety_data_sheet/USA/1580931.pdf
OH heck yah! Where is this stuff?
Haha, nobody knows yet. But I’ve got an email out, so hopefully more to follow.
Hello all. I’ve been lurking for about a year. Joined today so I could share this info I found here:
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/bob-...oductlaunch-activity-7424525243899076608-5hfD
I don’t know this person, just found their post while digging around the internet for more info. Seems this gentleman works for the Gold Eagle Co., who handles the blending & packaging for Valvoline. He has some other interesting posts as well.
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/bob-...oductlaunch-activity-7424525243899076608-5hfD
I don’t know this person, just found their post while digging around the internet for more info. Seems this gentleman works for the Gold Eagle Co., who handles the blending & packaging for Valvoline. He has some other interesting posts as well.
Thanks Orion,
Your post prompted me to search Gold Eagle/Valvoline .
https://www.goldeagle.com/tips-tool...llaboration-with-valvoline-global-operations/
Not specific to Valvoline Restore and Protect Fuel System cleaner, but looks like they have the exclusive license to market products under Valvoline.
Your post prompted me to search Gold Eagle/Valvoline .
https://www.goldeagle.com/tips-tool...llaboration-with-valvoline-global-operations/
Not specific to Valvoline Restore and Protect Fuel System cleaner, but looks like they have the exclusive license to market products under Valvoline.
I just came back to give an update, but it looks like you guys have beat me to it.
I emailed Valvoline, they referred me to Gold Eagle. I sent an email to Gold Eagle Feb 2nd, but have not heard back from them.
I emailed Valvoline, they referred me to Gold Eagle. I sent an email to Gold Eagle Feb 2nd, but have not heard back from them.
While we're on the subject of a new fuel system cleaner, anyone heard/used of Castrol's offering? Looks like the typical 1 oz per gallon treat rate.
The date first available is shown as 08 July 2025.
Amazon link: https://a.co/d/0anbQAdf
The date first available is shown as 08 July 2025.
Amazon link: https://a.co/d/0anbQAdf
Got some info from a couple emails that I can share. This is from Gold Eagle’s product support team. I’m not sure what new magic juice they are using in place PEA, but I’m curious what the group has to say. Here you go guys!
"There are no PEA (polyetherimide) cleaners. We use a brand-new proprietary fuel additive technology developed and proven to remove deposits better than PEA, while also helping keep the system cleaner longer. Give it a try, there is a 100% satisfaction guarantee."
"The new Valvoline Restore and Protect™ Fuel System Cleaner is a high-performance deposit control formulation engineered to deliver up to 100% removal of fuel system deposits in Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI), Carbureted, and Port Fuel Injection (PFI) engines within a single tank of treatment, as validated through real world and ASTM laboratory testing.
This formulation incorporates a next-generation proprietary detergent chemistry specifically developed to withstand the elevated pressures, temperatures, and injector tip coking environments characteristic of modern GDI combustion systems. Performance validation includes ASTM-based deposit control and cleanliness evaluations demonstrating complete removal of injector and intake valve deposits under standardized test conditions as well as in real world testing. The product also meets Top Tier™ detergent performance standards, ensuring compatibility with advanced deposit control requirements.
Functional benefits include:
"There are no PEA (polyetherimide) cleaners. We use a brand-new proprietary fuel additive technology developed and proven to remove deposits better than PEA, while also helping keep the system cleaner longer. Give it a try, there is a 100% satisfaction guarantee."
"The new Valvoline Restore and Protect™ Fuel System Cleaner is a high-performance deposit control formulation engineered to deliver up to 100% removal of fuel system deposits in Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI), Carbureted, and Port Fuel Injection (PFI) engines within a single tank of treatment, as validated through real world and ASTM laboratory testing.
This formulation incorporates a next-generation proprietary detergent chemistry specifically developed to withstand the elevated pressures, temperatures, and injector tip coking environments characteristic of modern GDI combustion systems. Performance validation includes ASTM-based deposit control and cleanliness evaluations demonstrating complete removal of injector and intake valve deposits under standardized test conditions as well as in real world testing. The product also meets Top Tier™ detergent performance standards, ensuring compatibility with advanced deposit control requirements.
Functional benefits include:
- Restoration of optimal injector spray pattern and fuel atomization efficiency
- Measurable improvements in combustion stability and fuel economy
- Reduction in hydrocarbon and particulate emissions
- Lowered boundary friction within upper cylinder regions
- A-rated corrosion protection performance
- Mitigation of engine wear through enhanced surface protection
- Additionally, the formulation contains an advanced friction modifier package designed to further reduce parasitic losses and wear rates, contributing to additional gains in fuel economy and long-term component durability.
- For optimal continuous deposit control and system cleanliness, application is recommended in conjunction with scheduled oil service intervals or at 3,000–5,000 mile treatment cycles."
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Our consumer support person meant to say polyetheramine...dont worry hes been yelled at!
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I can tell you there is 0 and uses a new technology. Yes PEA has been the gold standard for many years and a great way to tell if an additive would have a great cleanup effect, but there are a few technology's that work as well or better for certain instances that are not as easy to decode in a test or from an sds sheet in the past, part of this is so that competitors can not as easily create a me to item.
I'll be interested to try it out and see some results from others that may have extremely dirty engines and fuel system components. I suppose I probably don't have a ton to clean up since I typically use Techron before each oil change already, but I'm definitely going to give it a go when it becomes available. I do have my 91 MR2 though that could probably benefit from giving this a try.
I am curious if this was possibly formulated as a double whammy to be used in conjunction with Valvoline Restore and Protect oils to help accelerate cleaning carboned up rings? Just spit balling here....
