Does Changing the Oil Pan Affect the Car?
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If only the oil pan is replaced, it generally does not affect the car, as long as it is ensured that the new oil pan does not leak after installation. If leakage occurs, it is likely due to the oil pan not being tightened properly or a sealing issue with the oil pan. Below is an introduction to wet sump oil pans: 1. Introduction One: Most cars on the market use wet sump oil pans. They are named wet sump because the engine's crankshaft throws and connecting rod big ends dip into the oil pan's lubricant once every rotation of the crankshaft, providing lubrication. Additionally, due to the high-speed rotation of the crankshaft, each high-speed dip into the oil pool stirs up oil droplets and mist, lubricating the crankshaft and bearings, known as splash lubrication. 2. Introduction Two: This imposes certain requirements on the oil level in the oil pan. If the oil level is too low, the crankshaft throws and connecting rod big ends may not dip into the lubricant, leading to insufficient lubrication and potential damage to the crankshaft, connecting rods, and bearings. Conversely, if the oil level is too high, the bearings may be fully submerged, increasing the crankshaft's rotational resistance and ultimately reducing engine performance. It may also cause oil to enter the combustion chamber, leading to engine oil burning, spark plug carbon buildup, and other issues. This lubrication method is simple in structure and does not require an additional oil tank, but the vehicle's operating tilt angle should not be too large, otherwise, oil starvation or leakage may occur, leading to bearing seizure or cylinder scoring accidents.
