How Long Does It Take for Engine Salt to Take Effect?
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After salt is added to the transmission lubricating oil, the salt will coagulate inside the transmission, forming "paste sheets" that continuously wear down the components. When the wear reaches a certain level, the friction plates in the transmission will need replacement, and the entire transmission may also be damaged. Under normal circumstances, this wear process takes 1 year or even several years, but adding salt can shorten this process to a few months or even weeks. Here is additional information: Consequences of adding salt: Salt is highly corrosive to bearings and piston rings. The effects may not be noticeable in the short term, but prolonged exposure can lead to engine failure. There are also many cases where sugar or alcohol is added to the engine. When heated, sugar turns into a sticky paste but provides no lubrication, and the damage may go unnoticed by others. The consequences include rapid loss of engine power, insufficient performance, and even complete engine failure.
Hey, you might have mixed up the terms. In the automotive world, saying 'adding salt to the engine' usually refers to using a cleaner or decarbonizer, right? You should never actually add salt—salt in the engine will corrode components and ruin it! As a mechanic who often works on older cars, I’ve seen plenty of cases where people added the wrong stuff and ended up needing major repairs. A proper engine cleaner, added to the fuel tank or oil, works pretty fast. Usually, within 20 minutes of driving, you’ll notice the throttle feels lighter and the engine noise decreases because the cleaner starts breaking down carbon deposits. But for stubborn grime, it takes about an hour of driving to see a clear difference, depending on how severe the carbon buildup is and the type of product used. Remember, it takes about 300 kilometers of driving for the full effect. Don’t rush it by adding salt—choose reputable brands like the red or green bottle cleaners, warm up the engine for five minutes before adding, and hit the highway or main roads right after. Using low-quality additives long-term can actually harm your car. I add a cleaner every 3,000 to 5,000 kilometers to keep the engine healthy. Regularly checking the spark plugs and exhaust emissions can also show the results.
