How Many Kilometers to Change Engine Oil?

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MorganAnn
07/30/25 1:32am
Under normal circumstances, conventional engine oil should be changed approximately every 5,000 kilometers; semi-synthetic oil should be changed around 7,500 kilometers; and full-synthetic oil should be changed around 10,000 kilometers. Here is some relevant information about engine oil: 1. Definition: Engine oil, also known as motor lubricant, serves functions such as lubrication and wear reduction, auxiliary cooling, sealing and leak prevention, rust and corrosion protection, and shock absorption for the engine. 2. Composition: Engine oil consists of two main components: base oil and additives. The base oil is the primary constituent of the lubricant, determining its fundamental properties. Additives compensate for and improve any deficiencies in the base oil's performance, while also imparting new characteristics, making them an essential part of the lubricant.
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