Tech-Info: Engine Oil

Engine oils do not only lubricate the mechanical components. In this Tech-Info, the experts from VAICO explain the further tasks of engine oil, the reasons for failure, symptoms and consequential damages.

VAICO | 10. July 2018 | Moritz Helms

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Purpose

The main purpose of engine oil is to lubricate the mechanical components in the engine. Its function is to reduce the friction of the moving parts and the wear resulting from this. But the engine oil in modern engines must also fulfil other, much more complicated tasks.

Tasks

Lubrication of the components
Wear protection
Fuel economy
Cleaning
Cooling
Protection against corrosion

Symptoms

Oil light is on
Irregular engine function
Clogged motor
Unclean combustion
Increased oil consumption

Reasons for failure

Too much/too little oil
Wrong oil
Change interval has been exceeded

Consequential damages

Defective lubrication due to insufficient oil supply
Foaming of the oil
Decreased lubrication effect from breakage of the oil film
Greater wear of the components
Dirty oil channels
Serious mechanical damage
Engine damage

Recommended by the experts

Have the oil level regularly checked
Observe the stipulated change interval
Use oil specification stipulated by the manufacturer
Promptly execute change intervals, particularly for older vehicles
Renew the oil, the hydraulic filter and the seal rings, including the oil drain plug, every oil change

Engine oils from VAICO

You can find more information at www.vierol-shop.de

Increased lubrication reliability: targeted additive, optimal lubrication
Quality: the VAICO quality brand offers products according to the original approvals
Transportsicher: 1 and 5 litre canisters with leak-proof induction