Does the Engine Oil Filter Need Frequent Replacement During the Break-in Period?

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The general replacement interval is 10,000 kilometers. However, in China, the oil filter replacement is typically around 7,500 kilometers or may be reduced to about 5,000 kilometers due to road conditions and oil quality. Therefore, it is recommended to replace it at 5,000-6,000 kilometers for optimal performance. Below is relevant information about the oil filter: 1. Function of the Oil Filter: It filters out impurities, gums, and moisture from the engine oil, delivering clean oil to various lubrication points. To reduce friction resistance between moving parts in the engine and minimize component wear, oil is continuously supplied to the friction surfaces of moving parts, forming a lubricating oil film for lubrication. 2. Location of the Oil Filter: The coarse oil filter is installed after the oil pump and is connected in series with the main oil passage. It mainly includes metal scraper type, sawdust filter type, and microporous filter paper type, with the microporous filter paper type being the most commonly used today. The fine oil filter is installed after the oil pump and is connected in parallel with the main oil passage, mainly including microporous filter paper type and rotor type.