Is the Internal Engine Cleaner Useful?

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McMariana
07/30/25 5:48am
Internal engine cleaner is useful. Here are the functions of the internal engine cleaner: 1. The internal engine cleaner can remove residual sludge in the oil passages and, to some extent, clean carbon deposits from the piston rings and ring grooves, providing practical maintenance for the engine. However, due to its short retention time in the engine lubrication system and the limitations of this no-disassembly cleaning method, the effectiveness of the internal engine cleaner is relatively limited. 2. The engine cleaner, also known as cleaning fluid, is commonly used for cleaning the lubrication system. It is an automotive product designed to remove harmful substances such as sludge, carbon deposits, and gum from inside the engine, helping to maintain internal cleanliness, improve oil flow, reduce wear, and extend the engine's lifespan.
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