What is the function of the crankcase ventilation system?
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The function of the crankcase ventilation system is: 1. To prevent engine oil from deteriorating; 2. To prevent leakage from the crankshaft oil seal and crankcase gasket; 3. To prevent various oil vapors from polluting the atmosphere. During engine operation, a portion of the combustible mixture and exhaust gases pass through the piston rings into the crankcase, which can dilute the engine oil, degrade its performance, disrupt oil supply, corrode components, and increase crankcase pressure. This may cause oil to leak and be lost through the crankshaft oil seal and crankcase gasket. There are two types of crankcase ventilation systems in automobiles: 1. Closed-loop forced ventilation, which directs crankcase exhaust gases into the intake pipe for reuse; 2. Pressure balance type, where the vent directly discharges exhaust gases into the atmosphere.