Hot car
In winter, the temperature is getting lower and lower, and many car owners are hesitant to warm up the car in the case of a cold car. After all, when driving in winter, the car engine and related parts should be properly warmed up in case of emergency. However, improper operation of the hot car may also cause undue damage to the car. So, is it necessary to warm up when driving in winter? If the engine is running too fast, will it cause damage to the car? This article will give you a thorough answer.
Do you need a hot car to drive in winter?
First of all, we need to know why we need to heat it in winter. At low temperatures, the viscosity of lubricants in parts such as automotive engines, drivetrains, and drivetrains increases, resulting in a decrease in lubrication performance. If the car is started directly, the parts are put into operation without proper lubrication, which is very easy to cause wear and damage. Therefore, in order to ensure the safety of the automobile engine and related parts, it is necessary to preheat under cold conditions.
So, what is the best way to warm up the car? Generally speaking, after the car starts, wait until the engine speed is stable (usually idling), and keep the car running at low speed for a period of time (usually 1-2 minutes), so that the engine and related parts can be fully heated. During this time, the windows can be closed, so that the temperature in the room gradually rises, and the lubricant can better lubricate the individual parts.
Will the engine start too high and the speed will hurt the car?
After understanding the reasons and ways to warm up the car when driving in winter, we are answering another question: will starting too fast hurt the car? In fact, the speed of the engine when it is started does not directly harm the car. This is because the engine automatically adjusts its speed to various operating conditions when starting. However, if the rev speed is too high after starting, it may be that the car has failed, such as improper idle speed adjustment and ignition failure. If it is not serviced in time, it can lead to damage to the car.
In addition, when the car is in a cold start state, its engine and related parts will be greatly damaged. This is due to the fact that the engine is not warmed up enough at this time, so the lubrication effect is not good, and at high speeds, the friction between the parts will become greater and larger, which increases the risk of wear and damage. Therefore, when driving in winter, be careful not to drive directly on the highway when the car is cold.
How to heat up the car properly?
To sum up, when driving in winter, it is necessary to warm up the car, and the correct method of heating the car is the most important. Here are a few ways to warm up the car:
1.After starting the car, wait for a while for the engine to slow down;
2.In the case of idling, let the car drive at a lower speed for a period of time (1-2 minutes) instead of immediately picking up speed;
3.Close the windows so that the temperature in the car rises gradually;
4.If parked outdoors, the hood can be opened when the car is warmed up to improve heat dissipation;
5.After the warm-up, you should gradually increase the speed, do not rush to speed up, and do not drive too fast.
In general, proper hot-up operation can protect the engine and related parts from damage. Therefore, in the process of use, the appropriate way to warm up the car should be selected according to the specific conditions, so as to avoid unnecessary damage to the car due to improper use. In addition, the daily inspection and maintenance of the car is also an important means to ensure the normal operation of the car.