Is It Useful to Report to the Police If Sugar Is Added to the Engine?
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You can report to the police if sugar is added to the engine. Consequences of adding sugar to the engine: Sugar, as a white crystal, does not dissolve in engine oil. As the engine operates and generates continuous high temperatures, the sugar gradually melts and turns into a sticky substance, making the engine oil extremely viscous and unable to circulate normally. This prevents the engine from dissipating heat effectively. As the oil pipes and oil pump become clogged, the engine will gradually exhibit symptoms such as loss of power, loud noises, sudden stalling, and failure to start. Insurance does not cover damage caused by adding sugar to the engine: The damage caused by adding sugar to the engine is considered intentional sabotage, so neither insurance nor the warranty from the 4S shop will be valid. The car owner will have to bear all repair costs. Moreover, even after repairs, the car will not only depreciate significantly but also fail to guarantee safety and performance.
I have a deep personal experience with sugar being added to an engine. Once, after parking my car and returning home, the next day when I started it, there was a loud clanking noise. After towing it to the repair shop, it was discovered that sugar had entered the fuel system, melted under high temperatures, and turned into a sticky substance that clogged the fuel injectors. The car alarm went off at the time because it detected unusual vibrations, but these alarms are purely designed to scare off car thieves and are useless against internal engine failures. Sugar can corrode engine components, and cleaning it out can cost at least a few thousand dollars, or in severe cases, the entire engine might be ruined. So, I suggest parking in areas with plenty of surveillance and, ideally, installing a dash cam for prevention. If you notice anything suspicious, don't start the engine—call a tow truck immediately for professional cleaning to prevent a small problem from turning into a major disaster.