Is Thicker or Thinner Engine Oil Better?
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Engine oil should be as thin as possible while ensuring lubrication, for the following reasons: 1. Better fluidity. The engine oil is mainly located in the oil pan at the bottom of the engine. During operation, the engine needs to quickly pump the oil from the oil pan to various parts of the engine in a short time. 2. If the oil viscosity is too high, the engine will need to overcome greater resistance, which will inevitably consume more fuel to meet normal power requirements. Engine oil, also known as engine lubricant, serves multiple functions including lubrication and wear reduction, auxiliary cooling, sealing and leak prevention, rust and corrosion protection, as well as shock absorption and buffering.