What Are the Hazards of Engine Oil Burning?
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The hazards of engine oil burning include: 1. Causing exhaust emissions to fail to meet standards; 2. Leading to carbon deposits; 3. Resulting in piston ring seizure; 4. Power loss and engine vibration. Methods to address oil burning are: 1. Promptly replace the valve stem seals to ensure valve sealing; 2. Regularly clean carbon deposits on the piston rings or directly replace the piston rings; 3. Pay attention to driving habits and avoid overly aggressive driving in daily use. The causes of oil burning are: 1. Using substandard engine oil; 2. Not changing the engine oil for a long time; 3. Starting the engine with a cold throttle; 4. Operating with insufficient engine oil for extended periods; 5. Running under high-temperature conditions for long durations; 6. Operating at high speeds under prolonged overload; 7. Running in environments with poor air quality and failing to replace the air filter on time.
Engine oil burning is really annoying for me. Once this problem starts, the car's power noticeably decreases, and stepping on the gas pedal feels laborious. The most direct harm is the rapid consumption of engine oil, requiring a top-up almost every month, which costs a lot of unnecessary money. Even worse, oil burning causes carbon buildup inside the engine. Over time, the piston rings and cylinders wear out severely, greatly reducing the engine's lifespan—my old car had to have its engine replaced because of this, costing several thousand. Then there's the issue of blue smoke. When driving, the smoke is so noticeable it attracts attention, not only polluting the air but also risking fines for excessive emissions. If not repaired in time, the repair costs keep rising, like a bottomless pit. So now, I check the dipstick every 1,000 kilometers and address any issues immediately.
