The ownership of cars is filled with a myth world, where some myths pass by one generation of car owners to the next. We cannot accurately understand when rumors of GMC trucks that have more chevys steel have started, and one of the dumb myths we have heard is that turning the car when the engine is cold will cause constant and irreversible damage to the engine. In addition, the biggest myths about cars that continue to stay involved include the idea that lifelong liquids never need replacement.
Speaking of liquids, motor oils have their fair share of myths that refuse to fade. One of them is that the larger oil or one, which has a higher viscosity rating, offers better protection against the smaller oil with low viscosity. The truth is that the choice of the right oil based on the expected ambient temperature is much more effective than the debate about whether the thinner or more oil oil is better.
If the owner’s manual recommends 5W-30 synthetic oil in the summer and 0W-40 in winter, stick to it and you will be fine. Unfortunately, more oil myths need debunking and we have identified four that continue, despite the wealth of reliable information online.
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Dark oil means dirty oil and needs drain as soon as possible
Pouring used engine oil into a container – Wongsakorn 2468/Shutterstock
Modern synthetic oils contain supplements, detergents and friction modifiers that start working as soon as the engine is launched. Fresh oil has a mostly dark golden shade, but it is relatively normal to darken or become black while cycling all over your engine. For starters, the heat, by cycling the engine from cold to hot to cold again, will naturally darken the oil color on your engine. In addition, supplements in modern synthetic oils tend to darken or undergo color change when they are repeatedly exposed to heat, pressure and oxidation.
In addition, the deposits of the engine and sludge have a dark brown or black color, and the fresh oil will naturally darken as it breaks down and absorbs dirt and contaminants. The same applies to diesel engines that produce more soot than a comparable gasoline car, which is why diesel oil tends to become faster after oil change. In short, the oil that changes color means that the liquid does everything possible to clean and lubricate the engine, and the color of the oil does not have a bearing when it is time to change it. A more fucked bet is to consult the owner’s manual so that you know more about the recommended oil change intervals for your car.
The transition from conventional to synthetic oil will result in leaks
Oil Stain from the drain of engine oil – Mr.Anuwat Rumrod/Shutterstock
Contrary to what others may say, it is relatively safe to move from conventional oil to full synthetic mixtures for older engines. The myth of synthetic oils causing oil leakage dates from the beginning of the 70s, when the early compositions of synthetic oils contain ester, a chemical compound with advanced cleaners to prevent sediments and lubricants to maintain the integrity of the rubber seals.
After that, scientists and researchers again realized that multiple and prolonged ester exposure causes the seals to swell and break down, leading to unexpected oil leaks. Fortunately, oil manufacturers have deviated, using esters in their synthetic oil products and even Porsche recommends synthetic harvesting oil classics, such as air -cooled 911s and the emblematic Porsche 356.
In addition, your engine probably needs new oil seals if it has leaks and has nothing to do with the transition from conventional to synthetic oil. Perhaps the only downside to choosing a completely synthetic oil is the price, as you will spend more with each oil change. However, the money added is worth it as synthetic oils can last up to 8,000 or 10,000 miles between oil change.
It is good to miss the oil change after complementing the engine with oil
A car owner complementing the oil from Diesel SUV – Natalia Kohanova/Shutterstock
Not all engines are the same, as some tend to consume more oil than most. In some brands and models, their engines can burn enough oil to exhaust significantly oil pan to light the low oil light, even before the interval of the reviewed oil change factory. We are talking about some models of Subaru Forester, GMC SUV and high-end BMW with 4.4-liter V8 engines, according to Consumer Reports.
On the reverse, some cars, such as the legendary Honda S2000, can burn a quarter of oil when they stretch their high -grabing VTEC engine to the utmost and is characteristic of the owners of the S2000 to have a quart or two fresh oil in the trunk for immediate filling. You are a good driver if you periodically inspect the oil level and add oil when needed. However, you deserve a crack if you think it is a good idea to skip the oil change after completing the engine.
The addition of fresh oil to maintain a solid level is different from sticking to regular changes in oil. Changing the oil often and the insistence on using oil with the right viscosity is one of the sure ways to extend the life of your car’s engine.
You do not need to replace the oil filter at each oil change
Comparing Star (left) and new (right) oil filter – Nongasimo/Shutterstock
Jumping changes in the oil will inevitably turn the old, dirty oil into a sludge. However, the transmission of oil change and not the replacement of the oil filter is a double bite, but not in the good way. Dirty or clogged oil filters can reduce the oil pressure and impede the flow of oil to the critical parts of the engine, leading to premature wear, increased engine heat and reduced fuel economy. The worst scenario is an overheating engine and thousands of dollars worth damage and labor, all because of an oil filter that costs from under $ 10 to about $ 100.
Make a habit of changing the oil filter when you change the oil. Be sure to lubricate the new seal of the oil filter with fresh oil before attaching it to the block again. And while you are in it, resist the desire to tighten the oil filter using a wrench of the oil filter, as manual tightening is enough to form a seal without leakage.
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