Does prolonged engine idling affect the car?

[ManuelMarie]

Prolonged engine idling does affect the car, with the following impacts: 1. Shortens the engine's service life; 2. Increases the risk of damaging the catalytic converter; 3. Leads to more engine carbon buildup; 4. Damages the vehicle's electronic systems; 5. Causes fuel injector malfunctions; 6. Heightens the risk of freeze blockage. An engine is a machine capable of converting other forms of energy into mechanical energy. The maintenance methods for an engine include: 1. Using high-quality engine oil; 2. Using qualified coolant; 3. Regularly cleaning the radiator scale; 4. Periodically removing carbon deposits from the car; 5. Timely replacement of the car's three filters; 6. Maintaining a reasonable engine speed.