Is the oil filter referring to the engine filter?
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Oil filter refers to the engine filter, also known as the oil element, which is used to remove impurities such as dust, metal particles, carbon deposits, and soot particles from the oil to protect the engine. Oil filters are divided into full-flow and bypass types. The full-flow filter is connected in series between the oil pump and the main oil passage, thus filtering all the lubricating oil entering the main oil passage. The bypass filter is connected in parallel with the main oil passage and only filters part of the lubricating oil pumped by the oil pump. During engine operation, metal wear debris, dust, oxidized carbon deposits and gum deposits at high temperatures, water, etc., are continuously mixed into the lubricating oil. The function of the oil filter is to filter out these mechanical impurities and gums, keeping the lubricating oil clean and extending its service life.