Can a Car Engine Run Without Engine Oil?
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It is recommended not to continue driving if the engine is low on oil. Below is an introduction to the functions of engine oil: Lubrication: There is rapid relative sliding between the piston and cylinder, as well as between the main shaft and bearing bush. To prevent excessive wear of parts, an oil film needs to be established between the two sliding surfaces. A sufficiently thick oil film separates the surfaces of the relatively sliding parts, thereby reducing wear. Auxiliary Cooling: Engine oil has a relatively low specific heat value and, being inside the engine, does not inherently have a cooling effect. However, during engine operation, the heat generated by fuel combustion can be carried back to the oil tank by the engine oil and then dissipated into the air, assisting the radiator in cooling the engine. The actual cooling is performed by the water (or antifreeze liquid) outside the engine casing.