Does not changing engine oil increase fuel consumption?
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Failure to change the car's engine oil for an extended period can significantly reduce its sealing, lubrication, and cooling effects, leading to decreased engine power and increased fuel consumption. Below is relevant information about engine oil: 1. Function: Engine oil, also known as engine lubricant, serves to lubricate and reduce friction in the engine, assist in cooling, seal against leaks, prevent rust and corrosion, and provide shock absorption. 2. Performance: Engine oil consists of base oil and additives. The base oil is the main component of the lubricant, determining its fundamental properties. Engine oil features lubricity, low-temperature operability, viscosity-temperature characteristics, oxidation resistance, and foam resistance.