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Should the engine be cleaned after 10,000 kilometers for a new car?

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SanBrantley
09/06/2025, 12:53:00 AM

Generally, if it is a new car, there is no need for cleaning maintenance, just regular oil changes are sufficient. Since cleaning agents have certain corrosive properties and can easily damage the oil lubrication film, they should not be used frequently. It is recommended to clean the engine after 50,000 kilometers for a new car. Related information is as follows: 1. Sediments: During the operation of a car, as far as the engine lubrication system is concerned, sediment from the oil, oxides from mechanical parts and pipelines, wear particles from metal parts, and dust from the air will continuously deposit into sludge, oil dirt, gum, and carbon deposits. 2. Adverse effects: Over time, these substances form adhesion layers and accumulation layers on various parts, pipelines, and valve mechanisms, seriously hindering the smooth operation of the lubrication system, reducing the heat dissipation function of mechanical parts, increasing wear on connecting parts, and decreasing work efficiency.

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