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Can a car run without engine oil?

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Landon
07/29/25 12:17pm
When a car is out of engine oil, it is strongly recommended not to continue driving. Continuing to drive without oil can cause significant damage to the engine, which will worsen over time and result in more expensive repair costs. Below are the key points: 1. Without engine oil, the engine lacks protection, meaning there is no lubrication, cooling, carbon deposit cleaning, corrosion prevention, or wear resistance. Driving without oil increases friction between engine components, accelerating wear and enlarging gaps between parts. Additionally, the inability to cool the engine promptly can lead to issues like burning and cylinder scuffing. Over time, this accelerates the aging of engine components and shortens the engine's lifespan. 2. Do not drive with insufficient or no engine oil, as this only increases the engine's burden and causes more severe damage. In serious cases, repairs can be extremely costly.
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