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Yes, it can be and should be recycled. This will ensure that the oil, antifreeze or gas does not leach into our water systems. Take it to most dumps/recycling centres and they will have a bin dedicated to used engine oil.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 11y agoYes. In the UK, for example, most dumps/recycling centres will have a receptacle for your used engine oil. The used oil is taken away and re-processed into new lubricants.
In the US, used engine oil is accepted by many recycling centers, gas stations, repair shops and auto parts stores that sell new oil. In winter, some shops burn the used oil to produce heat in a specially designed furnace.
I imagine the situation is similar in other countries.
Wikipedia has an article if you want to know more.
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∙ 11y agoAutomotive engine oil can be recycled because oil never loses its lubricating ability -- it can be used over and over. The only reason you must change your motor oil is because the protective additives in fresh motor oil wear out and the oil accumulates contaminates that will harm the engine. Recycling removes these contaminates and additives.
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∙ 13y agoThey are crushed/shredded and the different metals are separated along with the rest of the vehicle.
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∙ 12y agoNo because it is a fossil fuel!
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∙ 13y agoYes.
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what is a good engine oil to use in my car?
what is a good engine oil to use in my car
What would cause oil to leak out of engine but not out of car?
An oil leak is always going to be out of the engine as the engine contains oil and the car does not. I think you are saying you are loosing oil with no apparent leak. If that is the case the engine is burning oil and that is why you see no leaks.
Where does oil go when a car uses oil?
It is burned by the engine combustion process or it is leaking out of the engine.
Why do you smell oil inside your car after you filled your car full of oil?
You probably spilled some oil on or near the engine, making it burn when the engine heats up.
Does engine have to be running when you add oil to your car?
no you check your oil with car off easier when car is cooled off
What is the role of an engine oil pan?
The engine oil pan helps in storing extra oil for the car engine. This stored oil can be used for lubricating the engine. The oil pan is placed at the end of the engine. Generally you will find two types of oil pan, namely dry and wet pan. It also helps in covering the bottom area of the car engine.
Where is the oil pump located on a 91 Lincoln town car with a 302 engine?
On a 1991 Lincoln Town Car , 302 cubic inch V8 engine : The engine oil pump is INSIDE the engine oil pan bolted to the bottom of the engine block
Can you add oil to car when engine is hot?
no
If oil is low will the engine eventually stall and not start?
If the oil is low in your car, it can eventually cause your car to stall and not start. It can also kill your engine.
Where is the oil dipstick located at on a 2005 Lincoln town car?
On a 2005 Lincoln Town Car : The engine oil dipstick is on the drivers side of the engine
Which major companies produce car engine oil?
These very large companies that produce car engine oil include Pennzoil, Castrol, Mobil 1, and Valvoline. Additionally, Motorcraft, Quaker State, and Peak also produce car engine oil.
Where does oil go in a car?
There are two main places to find oil in a car, they are the engine and gear box.
