Consequences of a Faulty Oil Control Valve?

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Arthur
07/30/25 7:03am
Burning engine oil can generally lead to the following issues: Oxygen Sensor Damage: Burning engine oil can cause premature failure of the vehicle's oxygen sensor; Emission Non-Compliance: Burning engine oil may result in increased fuel consumption, excessive exhaust emissions, unstable idling, heightened vehicle hazards, and increased financial burden. Insufficient Power: Burning engine oil can lead to increased carbon deposits in the engine combustion chamber, sluggish acceleration, slow vehicle speed, and insufficient power, among other adverse effects. Related Introduction to the Oil Control Valve: The oil control valve functions to regulate and prevent excessive pressure in the engine lubrication system. The valve assembly and actuator assembly (or actuator system) are divided into four major series: single-seat series control valves, double-seat series control valves, sleeve series control valves, and self-operated series control valves. Variations of these four types of valves can result in numerous different applicable structures, each with its specific applications, characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages.
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