What are the effects of prolonged car idling on the vehicle?
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Effects of prolonged car idling on the vehicle: 1. If the engine remains idling for a long time, the throttle opening will be very small, leading to more severe carbon buildup in the engine over time; 2. During idling, the car's fuel consumption is quite high; 3. When the engine is idling, it is prone to knocking sounds, which can shorten the engine's lifespan; 4. Prolonged idling results in a high concentration of the air-fuel mixture in the engine and low oxygen levels in the exhaust, making it easier to damage the three-way catalytic converter. Idling refers to the engine running without any load, only overcoming the internal friction resistance of its components, without delivering power externally. The minimum stable operating speed of the engine is called the idle speed, which is one of the five basic operating conditions of an engine. A well-functioning engine typically has an idle speed ranging from 550 to 800 revolutions per minute.