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lubricates the crankshaft and pistons
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Why does adding oil increases efficiency?
The purpose of adding oil to a car i to lubricate the engine. if the engine is not lubricated there will be much more friction between gears and friction generates heat. because energy is needed to create heat that energy is taken away from the energy that would be propelling the car forward. this causes the efficiency yo drop.
Who makes the best engine oil for classic cars?
Castrol Motor makes the best engine oil for classic cars. Also, Pennzoil is an good choice for classic cars . Including, Mobil 1 and Amsoil. They are all great sources of oil for classic cars, but Castrol is the number one best oil for classic cars.
Where is the oil filler?
On newer cars it is a copy on the top of the engine marked "OIL".
In a 2 stroke engine do you have to mix the oil and the gasoline?
A 2-stroke engine requires adding 2-cycle oil with the gasoline.
Can adding 1 quart oil too much cause the oil pressure to drop and the engine to knock?
Adding too much oil will cause your engine to burn off the excessive oil which causes a lot of carbon buildup in your engine and a lot of blue smoke out your tailpipe. If the oil level is high enough, it can contact the crankshaft and foam up. If the oil foams it can damage the engine.
Do you top up engine oil in a automatic car?
Yes you use engine oil in all cars regardless of transmission.
What does the oil pressure light look like?
There is no such thing as an oil pressure light on most cars. Some cars have oil pressure gauges, and all have a "Engine" light or "Check Engine" light with a picutre of either an oil can, or Engine Block The oil pressure warning light usually looks like a little red oil can. The check engine light looks like a little yellow engine.
What does the oil light look like?
There is no such thing as an oil pressure light on most cars. Some cars have oil pressure gauges, and all have a "Engine" light or "Check Engine" light with a picutre of either an oil can, or Engine Block The oil pressure warning light usually looks like a little red oil can. The check engine light looks like a little yellow engine.
What is The purpose of the oil pump in an airplane?
To pump oil around the engine where it is needed.
What is the purpose of an oil seal?
Keeps oil in the engine where a part has to pass through
How do you get engine oil into a car?
Check the drivers manual, it will show you where the engine oil goes in, how much to put in and what type to put in. Normally the filler cap is on top of the engine itself, on top of the rocker or cam covers. Modern cars have a picure of an oil can moulded into it, older cars may have the name 'oil', or equivalent language such as 'Olio', for Italian cars.
How do you turn off the Oil light on my 1993 civic will not turn off?
increase engine oil by adding more oil
