How to Read Engine Oil Specifications?
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Methods for reading engine oil specifications: 1. The smaller the number before 'W', the better the low-temperature fluidity and quality of the oil; 2. The larger the number after 'W', the better the high-temperature viscosity and oil quality; 3. For specifications like SA, SB, SC, SD, etc., the further the letter after 'S' is in the alphabet, the higher the oil grade and quality. Engine oil, also known as motor lubricant, is often referred to as the 'lifeblood' of a car. It serves multiple functions such as lubrication, cleaning, cooling, sealing, wear reduction, rust prevention, and corrosion protection for the engine. Engine oil consists of two main components: base oil and additives. The base oil is the primary constituent of lubricants, determining their fundamental properties, while additives are used to compensate for and improve any deficiencies in the base oil's performance, as well as to impart new characteristics, making them an essential part of lubricants.