What are the symptoms of insufficient car engine oil?
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Symptoms of insufficient engine oil include: high water temperature, valve noise, knocking sounds, and in severe cases, cylinder scuffing which can damage mechanical components of the engine such as the crankshaft and crankshaft bearings. Below is an introduction to related content: 1. Engine oil performs multiple functions within the engine, including lubrication, cleaning, sealing, and cooling. If the engine operates without oil, it can be rendered useless within minutes. 2. Engine oil, also known as motor oil or engine lubricant, is a substance enhanced with additives in a base oil. It mainly contains anti-wear additives, detergents, dispersants, and multi-grade viscosity index improvers. Engine oil is used for lubricating internal combustion engines.