What Oil Can Be Used as a Substitute for Engine Oil?

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HarrisonDella
07/30/25 2:21am
Engine oil, transmission oil, and other automotive products are manufactured by specialized companies with strict formulation and production process requirements. They cannot be arbitrarily replaced with other oil products. Introduction to Engine Oil: Engine oil is the lubricant for the engine, serving to lubricate, reduce friction, assist in cooling, and minimize buffering. Composition of Engine Oil: Engine oil consists of base oil and additives. The base oil is the main component of the lubricant, determining its fundamental properties, while additives enhance and compensate for the shortcomings of the base oil. Using lubricants helps reduce wear on engine components and extends their service life. Market-available engine oils are categorized into synthetic oil and mineral oil, with synthetic oil further divided into full synthetic oil and semi-synthetic oil.
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