Should the Engine Be Turned Off When Parking for Ten Minutes?

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GiannaDella
07/29/25 11:37pm
It is recommended to turn off the engine when parking for ten minutes. Generally, if the parking time is less than five minutes, you may choose not to turn off the engine; however, for durations exceeding five minutes, it is advisable to shut it down. The hazards of prolonged idling include: 1. Impact on engine performance: When a vehicle remains idling for an extended period, the engine operates continuously at low RPM, which can lead to increased carbon deposits on pistons and valves. This may result in unstable idling and other adverse effects on engine performance, potentially shortening the engine's lifespan. 2. Incomplete fuel combustion: At very low engine speeds, the intake vortex weakens, leading to poor fuel atomization and incomplete combustion. Additionally, low engine speeds increase leakage through valves and piston rings.
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