Why Should You Wait for the Engine Temperature to Rise Before Driving?

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Because low engine temperature increases engine wear, there should be a warm-up process after a cold start. Engine Introduction: An engine is a machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy. It can refer to either a power-generating device or the entire machine, including the power unit. Hazards of an Overly Cold Engine: The temperature of the air-fuel mixture entering the cylinders is too low, resulting in poor-quality combustible mixture, making ignition difficult or combustion slow. This leads to reduced engine power and increased fuel consumption. Water vapor in the combustion products tends to condense into water and form acids with acidic gases, intensifying corrosion on the engine body and components.