Does Engine Oil Cleaner Damage the Engine?
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The harm of engine cleaner to the engine lies in its strong dissolving ability. If the owner uses the engine cleaner too frequently, it may cause certain damage to the internal seals and cylinder block of the engine. If a large amount of engine cleaner residue remains inside the engine after cleaning, it can also affect the balance of the oil composition, leading to degraded oil performance. More details are as follows: 1. Engine cleaner can have a certain cleaning effect when added to engines with low mileage, where carbon deposits are not severe and sludge accumulation is minimal. After cleaning, it can remove carbon deposits and sludge, enhance the fluidity of new oil, reduce engine temperature and noise, improve lubrication performance, reduce wear, and extend the engine's service life. 2. However, for vehicles with significant sludge accumulation, the cleaning effect of adding engine cleaner may not be very noticeable. During the cleaning process, the re-release and circulation of sludge may even lead to oil passage blockage, poor lubrication, or even bearing failure. Therefore, owners should assess their vehicle's condition before deciding to use engine cleaner. 3. For engine maintenance, owners should pay more attention to following the maintenance cycle specified in their maintenance manual and perform regular maintenance. Timely replacement or addition of oil is crucial. If the filter shows signs of blockage, it should be replaced promptly to avoid internal contamination and accelerated engine wear.
