Posted on 4/19/2017
Oil acts as the main lubricant for the moving parts in your car’s engine. It prevents the mechanical parts from undergoing excessive wear and tear. Its function is crucial to the smooth operation of the engine. So keeping the right amount of oil in the engine is important for ensuring that your car is continues to run properly. Purpose of Motor Oil Motor oil reduces the level of friction between the various moving parts that make up the engine. If friction between these parts becomes too much the parts will heat up, swell and bind. Good lubricants help keep the engine‘s temperature under control. The oil continuously circulates throughout the engine. The oil filter helps to remove impurities that have been created during combustion. Why your Car Needs an Oil Change If the engine is running at a high temperature, it will cause the oil quality to break down over time. At that point, the oil will need be replaced. Depending on the c ... read more