What kind of engine oil is used for the first car maintenance?

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StCassandra
07/30/25 1:08am
Standard original equipment manufacturer (OEM) engine oil is used for the first car maintenance, without any special designation. Whether it's the first maintenance or subsequent regular maintenance, this type of oil will be used. "OEM engine oil" is essentially engine oil products produced by oil manufacturers according to the requirements of automobile manufacturers. Engine oil is a substance enhanced with additives in base oil, mainly containing anti-wear additives, detergents, dispersants, and multi-grade oil viscosity index improvers. The items covered in the first car maintenance include changing the engine oil and oil filter, as well as routine vehicle inspections such as checking the wear of tires and brake pads, the levels of various fluids in the engine compartment, the level of antifreeze, and whether the chassis brackets and tie rods are deformed.
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