In recent years, the number of motor vehicles has increased rapidly, and people have become more aware of the importance of maintaining their vehicles. Engine oil is considered to be a vital part of vehicle maintenance. There is often some controversy about the time and number of kilometers to change the oil. Some people believe that the oil must be changed after 5,000 kilometers, while some veteran drivers insist that this statement is not accurate. So, when exactly should you change your oil?This article will ** this issue.
Let's be clear: the main role of engine oil is to lubricate the internal parts of the engine, reduce friction against each other, and reduce the heat generated by wear and friction. The oil also cleans the engine and prevents oxidative corrosion. Over a long period of time, the oil will gradually lose its performance, so it needs to be changed regularly.
As for whether the engine oil should be changed after 5,000 kilometers, the old driver said that it is not necessarily. In fact, the time and number of kilometers to change the oil depends on the different vehicles and conditions of use. If the vehicle is driven in harsh environments, such as high temperatures, high humidity, dusty, heavy driving, etc., the oil may lose its performance more quickly and needs to be replaced in advance. Conversely, under conditions such as the right temperature, low humidity, good road conditions, and less driving, the oil may be able to last longer. Therefore, 5000 km is not a hard and fast standard.
In addition to the number of kilometers, time is also an important factor in determining the oil change. Even if your vehicle travels less kilometers, the oil will gradually degrade over a certain period of time during use. Normally, if the oil is used for more than a year, it should be changed regularly to ensure the normal operation of the engine. Of course, if there is an abnormality during use, such as the oil becomes black and thick, etc., the oil also needs to be changed as soon as possible.
In addition to this, there are some vehicle usage considerations to consider. Some high-performance vehicles, older vehicles, and special-purpose vehicles (e.g. taxis, transporters, etc.) may require more frequent oil changes to ensure the long-term stable operation of their engines.
The timing of the oil change is not entirely dependent on the number of kilometers, but needs to be considered in combination with driving conditions, usage time and vehicle condition. Therefore, when deciding whether to change the engine oil, we should judge according to our own situation, refer to it according to the suggestions of the automobile manufacturer, and regularly test the oil performance to ensure the smooth operation of the engine. Only in this way can we provide the best possible protection for our beloved cars.