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Can Lubricating Oil Be Used as a Substitute for Engine Oil?

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DelAlexandra
07/29/25 5:58pm
Lubricating oil cannot be used as a substitute for engine oil. Differences in lubrication scope: Engine oil is a type of lubricating oil, but not all lubricating oils are engine oil. Engine oil is one specific kind of lubricating oil. Differences in definition: All oils that lubricate mechanical parts can be referred to as lubricating oils, while engine oil specifically refers to the lubricating oil used in engines. Differences in function: Lubricating oil is a type of oil used to reduce friction in machinery and equipment, such as gear oil and anti-wear hydraulic oil. Engine oil serves to lubricate, cool, clean, seal, cushion, reduce vibration, and prevent rust and corrosion in engines.
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