What Are the Hazards of Using Synthetic Oil in Vans?
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There are no hazards in using synthetic oil in vans. Regardless of the vehicle type, using synthetic oil poses no harm. Synthetic oil provides better engine protection. However, when using synthetic oil in vans, it is important to ensure that the oil viscosity is suitable for the vehicle. The oil must be added according to the specific oil type recommended for the vehicle. Relevant information about engine oil is as follows: 1. Engine oil is the lubricant used in engines, composed of base oil and additives. 2. The density of engine oil is approximately 0.91×10³ (kg/m³). It serves functions such as lubrication and wear reduction, auxiliary cooling, sealing and leak prevention, rust and corrosion protection, and shock absorption.
Using synthetic oil in vans is actually quite common, but it depends on the vehicle's condition. Most van engines have simple designs, and synthetic oil's high fluidity can actually lead to oil leaks, especially in older vehicles where seals have deteriorated, causing oil seepage. If the van has been using conventional mineral oil and suddenly switches to full synthetic, it might burn oil faster and accelerate piston ring wear. Additionally, for vans used for long-distance hauling, while synthetic oil offers better high-temperature resistance, it costs two to three times more, making it unnecessary to spend the extra money. My neighbor, who uses a van for small business, had issues because of this, resulting in oil leaking into the exhaust system and producing blue smoke.
