What are the Five Oils and Three Fluids in a Car?

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OClaire
07/29/25 4:52pm
Five oils refer to: gasoline, engine oil, transmission oil, brake fluid, and power steering fluid; three fluids refer to: antifreeze, windshield washer fluid, and battery fluid. Collectively, they are known as the five oils and three fluids. Below is a detailed introduction to the five oils and three fluids: 1. Gasoline: The primary fuel for cars. Engine oil: Lubricates and cools the engine, protecting it. 2. Transmission oil: Lubricates and cools the transmission, generally recommended to be replaced every 60,000 kilometers. 3. Brake fluid: Should be replaced once a year or every 20,000 kilometers, as old brake fluid absorbs too much moisture, lowering its boiling point and potentially causing vapor lock under intense or frequent braking, leading to brake failure. 4. Power steering fluid: Uses hydraulic action to make steering easier. 5. Antifreeze: Full name is antifreeze coolant, meaning a coolant with antifreeze properties, preventing the coolant from freezing in cold winter conditions, which could crack the radiator or damage the engine block or cylinder head. 6. Windshield washer fluid: Cleaning water for the wipers. 7. Battery fluid: Most cars sold today come with maintenance-free batteries, so you only need to check the battery's inspection window to observe the color and determine the battery's condition.
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