Installation of 4th generation LPG equipment has been practiced since 1999, and over the past two decades this type of system has not lost its leadership, although newer developments already exist — LPG of the fifth and sixth generations.
What is the reason for the popularity of the fourth generation: advantages of LPG 4
The main secret of the demand for the "four" is financial benefit: such systems are cheaper both in installation and in subsequent maintenance. The cost of fourth-generation equipment is 1.5–2 times lower than that of 5th and 6th generation LPG.
The fourth generation has other advantages that attract drivers:
- wide compatibility: the system works on both methane and propane-butane;
- simple and inexpensive operation;
- moderate gas consumption;
- the ability to switch between petrol and gas manually or automatically;
- quiet operation without pops, unlike earlier versions of LPG;
- reduction of harmful emissions, certified installations meet EURO-3 environmental standards and higher;
- reliability and safety with timely maintenance.
4th generation LPG has a long service life: the manufacturer gives an official warranty of at least two years, and proven installation organizations extend it. For example, "Gas Time" takes on warranty service for five years or 200 thousand kilometers of mileage after installation.
What is LPG 4
Fourth-generation equipment is designed for cars with injection engines, which are now in most vehicles. The system uses electronic injection with precise supply of gas fuel.
The fourth-generation kit includes:
- gas cylinder;
- multivalve that meets European standards;
- temperature and pressure sensors;
- electronic control unit;
- gas injectors;
- reducer;
- filters for gas purification;
- petrol/gas mode switch.
To increase efficiency, an OBD system, an additional injection device, and an ignition timing advance variator are additionally installed.
How to switch a car to gas: installation of 4th generation LPG
You can convert a car to gas power in specialized workshops. Advantages of professional installation:
- The work is performed by specialists who have permission to work with increased danger.
- The kit is selected for a specific car, which ensures maximum efficiency.
- The installer issues documents for re-registration of the vehicle with the traffic police and provides a warranty on the equipment.
- Installation is carried out turnkey: with cylinder refueling, system setup and testing — the car is ready for use immediately.
- After installation, service support is available: zero, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, as well as repairs.
To switch to gas, it is enough to come to the station — the masters will do the rest. At "Gas Time", conversion takes about six hours. The final price depends on the configuration, engine type, make and model of the car, and other factors. The exact cost can be found out directly at the station.
