Does New Car Engine Oil Contain Abrasives?
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New car engine oil does not contain abrasives. Automobile Engine Oil: Also known as engine lubricant (English name: Engine oil). It serves multiple functions for the engine including lubrication and friction reduction, auxiliary cooling, sealing against leaks, rust and corrosion prevention, as well as shock absorption. It is often referred to as the "blood" of a car. Engine oil consists of two main components: base oil and additives. The base oil is the primary constituent of lubricants, determining their fundamental properties, while additives are used to compensate for and enhance the shortcomings of the base oil, providing certain new characteristics. Additives are an essential part of lubricants. Main Types of Engine Oil Additives: Detergents, dispersants, antioxidants and corrosion inhibitors, extreme pressure anti-wear agents, oiliness agents, friction modifiers, viscosity index improvers, rust inhibitors, pour point depressants, anti-foaming agents, demulsifiers, emulsifiers, etc.