Is 0W20 Engine Oil Related to the Particulate Filter?
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0W20 engine oil is related to the particulate filter. The particulate filter requires 0W20 engine oil because the quality grade of this viscosity level meets the vehicle's usage requirements. Function of the Particulate Filter: The particulate filter can reduce the soot produced by diesel engines by more than 90%. The captured particulate emissions are subsequently burned off during vehicle operation. Principle of the Particulate Filter: The diesel particulate filter is coated with metals such as platinum, rhodium, and palladium. The black smoke containing carbon particles emitted by the diesel engine enters the engine exhaust particulate filter through a dedicated pipe. After passing through its densely arranged bag-type filter, the carbon particles are adsorbed on the filter made of metal fiber felt. When the adsorption of particles reaches a certain level, the burner at the end automatically ignites and burns, turning the adsorbed carbon particles into harmless carbon dioxide that is then expelled.