Can I Drive Without Repairing Engine Oil Burning?
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If the engine of a motor vehicle is experiencing oil burning, it should be repaired immediately. Below are relevant introductions about oil burning: 1. Consequences of oil burning: It can lead to increased carbon deposits in the combustion chamber, reduced fuel economy and power performance of the vehicle, excessive exhaust emissions, and other adverse effects. 2. Main causes: Poor cylinder sealing is the primary cause of oil burning. Poor cylinder sealing mainly results from excessive clearance between the piston and cylinder wall, improper installation of piston rings, or deteriorated sealing, allowing oil on the cylinder wall to enter the combustion chamber, causing oil burning.
Let me tell you as an experienced driver, burning oil is not something you can ignore! Last week, my neighbor's old Passat kept burning oil without timely repairs, and it ended up with a seized engine on the road, requiring a tow truck. Don't think just topping up the oil will keep it running—carbon buildup in the combustion chamber will only get worse, and a damaged catalytic converter will cost you at least 8,000 to replace. The scariest part is if the piston rings get stuck—an engine overhaul will set you back over 10,000. If you suddenly run low on oil and the engine seizes while driving, even the steering wheel could lock up. My advice: always keep a spare bottle of oil in the trunk, check the dipstick every 500 kilometers, and top up immediately if it's below the minimum mark. If it's burning more than a liter every 1,000 kilometers, get it checked at a shop ASAP!
