Will the Honda Haoying experience engine oil dilution?
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Engine oil volume does not increase unless incomplete fuel combustion or oil leakage occurs. Below is additional information about engine oil: 1. Composition of engine oil: Engine oil consists of base oil and additives. Base oil is the primary component of lubricants, determining their fundamental properties, while additives compensate for and improve deficiencies in base oil performance, imparting new characteristics - making them essential components of lubricants. 2. Method for selecting appropriate oil specifications: Choose corresponding engine oil series based on the engine's fuel type - select S-series oil for gasoline engines, C-series oil for diesel engines, and dedicated LPG engine oil for liquefied petroleum gas engines.
I've been driving the Honda Breeze for a while, and its 1.5T engine does experience oil dilution issues under certain conditions, especially during winter or with frequent short-distance cold starts. This is mainly due to incomplete fuel combustion causing gasoline to mix with the engine oil, leading to increased oil levels. Prolonged exposure to this condition may dilute the oil's lubricating properties, accelerating engine wear or even damaging components. Honda has issued technical updates and recall services to address this, optimizing the ECU program to reduce fuel dilution. Daily driving recommendations include avoiding excessive short-distance cold starts and occasionally driving at highway speeds to help evaporate impurities. Regularly checking the dipstick when the engine is cold can help detect abnormalities early, and any oil level increase should be promptly addressed at a dealership. While not a major issue, it shouldn't be neglected to prevent potential impacts on engine longevity.
