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There is metal shavings in your oil?
Yes!!! Oils contains a metal shavings but it is not harmful...
What do metal shavings in oil pan mean for 2001 Camry?
Serious engine wear.
What do sparklies in the gear oil mean?
It could be the reflection off of metal shavings that have worn off the gears.
What does it mean when there is metal shavings in your dirt bike oil?
It means there is a problem. You should cease operation of your bike and bring it to a technician immediately.
Why would there be metal shavings in the oil after you drained it out during a routine oil change?
Can be many things. Rod or bearing damage. I would have the oil pressure checked, and also probably pull the pan and see what is going on. Metal shavings in the oil is a very bad sign.
What does metal shavings in oil on the inside of motor mean?
That means the engine is TRASH... It has either lost some bearings are cam and lifters are worn out.
What can metal shavings mean in an oil pan in a 2005 Ford F-150?
A lot depends on the TYPE of metal shavings you have in the pan. Larger "pieces" of shiny metal can often be broken rings and will be accommodated by oil burning, rough running, etc. Much smaller fragments can be rod bearings. Much depends on how the engine is running. More info on that would be helpful
What is attached to the inside of the valve cover and why is it important?
Inside of your valve cover you will find a magnet. It's main purpose is to keep metal shavings from getting into your engine oil. If the shavings were to make it into your oil it can mess it up
What can metal shavings in an oil pan mean in a 1988 Chevy silverado?
It usually means you're going to have to do some work to your engine. Most of the time, the metal shavings are pieces of one or more of your bearings. Never a good sign. Unfortunately it usually means that the bearings have "touched down" against the crankshaft and there's serious trouble.
Why does a car need a filter?
air filters clean the dirt while oil filters strain the used oil eliminating the tiny metal shavings from the engine
Can you still drive your car if it has metal shavings in it automatic gear box oil pan?
not recommended you will only cause more damage
Does metal shavings in Volvo oil engine cause bent valves?
In and of itself, no. That's usually a sign of a main bearing going out, though.
