Car ownership is a myth -filled world where some myths go beyond one generation of car owners to another. We cannot exactly find out when rumors of GMC trucks with thicker steel than Chevys began, and one of the stupidest cars myths we have heard is that the car when the engine is cold will cause constant and irreversible engine damage. In addition, the worst car myths that remain, include that lifelong liquids never need to be replaced.
When it comes to fluids, engine oils have a significant number of myths that refuse to disappear. One of them is that thicker oil, or one with a higher viscosity rating, provides better protection than thinner, low viscosity oil. The truth is that choosing the right oil at the expected ambient temperature is much more effective than debating, either better thinner or thicker oil.
If the owner’s manager recommends 5W-30 synthetic oil and 0W-40 in winter, follow it and everything will be fine. Unfortunately, more oil myths need to be denied, and we have found four that remain, despite the numerous reliable information on the Internet.
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Dark oil means dirty oil and need to drain it as soon as possible
Pour used engine oil into a container – Wongsakorn 2468/Shutterstock
Modern synthetic oils contain additives, detergents and friction modifiers that start to operate immediately after the engine start. Fresh oil has mostly dark golden hue, but it is quite normal to darken or become black as it is a cycle throughout your engine. For beginners, driving from the heat engine from cold to hot to cold will naturally darken the color of your engine oil. In addition, modern synthetic oil additives tend to darken or change color when re -exposed to heat, pressure and oxidation.
In addition, the motor deposits and sludge have a dark brown or black color, and fresh oils will naturally darken as it breaks down and absorbs dirt and contaminants. The same goes for diesel engines that produce more soot than a petrol car, so diesel oil tends to make black color faster after oil change. In short, the oil, changing color, means that the liquid does everything to clean and lubricate the engine, and the color of the oil has no effect when it is time to replace it. Safer bet is to consult with the owner’s manager to find out more about the recommended oil replacement intervals recommended by your car.
Transition from regular to synthetic oil will cause leakage
Oil stain from leaks
Unlike others, it is quite safe to move from regular oil to complete synthetic mixtures for older engines. The myth of synthetic oils causing oil drainage dates back to the early 70s, when early synthetic oil formulations were ester, chemical compound with advanced detergents to prevent sludge and ointments to maintain the integrity of rubber seals.
Again, scientists and researchers have found that the repeated and prolonged effects of esters on seals swell and break down, resulting in an unexpected oil leak. Fortunately, oil producers have avoided using Esters in their synthetic oil products, and even Porsche recommends synthetic oils for ancient classics such as air cooling 911 and iconic Porsche 356.
Also, your engine probably needs new oil seals if there are leaks and it has nothing to do with switching from regular synthetic oil. Probably the only negative choice of completely synthetic oil is the price, as you will spend more on changing each oil change. However, the added money is worth it, as synthetic oils can last up to 8,000 or 10,000 miles between oil changes.
Well to miss the oil change by filling the engine with oil
The car owner fills the diesel SUV oil – Natalia Kokhanova/Shutterstock
Not all engines are the same because some tend to consume more oil than most. In some models and models, their engines can burn enough oil to make a significant use of the oil skillet to illuminate the low oil light, even before the factory recommended oil replacement interval. We are talking about some Subaru Forester models, GMC SUVs and high -end BMW with 4.4 -liter V8 engines, according to consumer messages.
As for this, some cars, such as the legendary Honda S2000, can burn the oil quarter when stretching its high -level VTEC engine to the limit, and this is characterized by the S2000 owners or two fresh oil in the trunk. You are a good driver if you periodically examine the oil level and add the oil if necessary. However, you deserve beating if you think it is good to have an oil exchange by filling the engine.
Add fresh oil to maintain a solid level, different from conventional oil changes. Changing the oil often and the requirement to use oil with the right viscosity is one of the ways of Surfire to extend the life of your car’s engine.
In every replacement of oil, you do not need to replace the oil filter
Comparing old (left) and new (right) oil filter – Nongasimo/Shutterstock
In the event of a change in oil, dirty oil will inevitably become sludge. However, changing the oil and changing the oil filter is double whammy, but not good. Dirty or clogged with oil filters can reduce the pressure of the oil and prevent the oil from flowing into the critical parts of the engine, resulting in wear and reduction in engine heat and reduced fuel economy. The worst case scenario is the overheating engine and thousands of dollars worth damage and labor, all due to an oil filter costing $ 10 to about $ 100.
Make the habit of changing the oil filter by changing the oil. Remember, lubricate a new oil filter gasket with fresh oil before re -glued it to the block. And while you are at it, resist the desire to strain the oil filter using an oil filter wrench, as the hand is enough to form a leak -free sealant.
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