Can Semi-Synthetic and Full Synthetic Engine Oils Be Mixed?
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Semi-synthetic and full synthetic engine oils should not be mixed. The reason is that full synthetic oil contains no mineral oil, while semi-synthetic oil contains a small amount of mineral oil. Engine oil, also known as motor lubricant, is composed of base oil and additives. The base oil is the main component of lubricating oil, determining its basic properties, while additives compensate for and improve the deficiencies in the performance of the base oil. The differences between synthetic and semi-synthetic oils include: 1. Different base oils: Synthetic oil is a mixture of Group III, IV, and V base oils, while semi-synthetic oil uses Group III base oil. 2. Different replacement intervals: Synthetic oil has a service life of one year or 10,000 kilometers, whereas semi-synthetic oil should be replaced every six months or 7,500 kilometers.