Engine additives to reduce engine oil consumption

High oil consumption is a very common problem. As a rule, there are no exact consumption rates. For example, new cars may need about 1-2 liters per 10 thousand kilometers. If the car was released more than ten years ago, but the engine is in good condition, a little more oil may be needed. If the car is not monitored, then a lot of lubricants are consumed - several liters per thousand kilometers.

What are the main reasons for the rapid drop in oil level? There can be a lot of them:

• wear of the cylinder block gasket, crankshaft oil seals, oil seals, oil lines - problems of this nature will be indicated by puddles under the car after parking;
• coking of piston rings - all the dirt and dust deposited in the engine contaminate the rings, the compression level decreases, fuel consumption increases and power drops at the same time;
• wear of the cylinder walls, the appearance of scratches and notches on them.

In addition, often the drivers themselves, due to ignorance, provoke rapid engine wear, and, accordingly, increased oil consumption. So, if you do not wash the engine - we have already described how to wash it properly on Vodi.su - it starts to overheat, and more lubricants and coolant are required for timely cooling. Aggressive driving style also leaves its mark.

In addition, drivers often fill in the wrong oil, which is recommended by the manufacturer, and also do not adhere to the seasonal shift. That is, in summer you pour a more viscous oil, for example 10W40, and in winter you switch to a less thick one, for example 5W40. You also need to select lubricants specifically for your type of engine: diesel, gasoline, synthetics, semi-synthetics or mineral water, for cars or trucks. We also considered the issue of selecting oil by seasons and types on our website.

In what cases is the use of additives justified?

If you see that the consumption has really increased, you need to determine its cause. Additives can only be used in the following cases:

• coking of piston rings;
• piston and cylinder wear, compression loss;
• the appearance of a burr or scratches on the inner surface of the cylinders or pistons;
• general engine contamination.

That is, roughly speaking, if the block gasket is torn or the crankshaft oil seals have lost their elasticity, then pouring additives is unlikely to help, you need to go to the service station and fix the breakdown. We also note that you should not believe the advertising of additive manufacturers. They often say that they use miraculous formulas based on nanotechnology and therefore the car will fly like new.

Moreover, the use of additives can be dangerous, because at high temperatures in the internal combustion engine, various chemical reactions, such as oxidation, occur between the components of the additive and metal parts, resulting in rust. It is not advisable to pour additives into a heavily contaminated engine, as exfoliated layers of soot and dirt will cause pistons and valves to jam.

Well, the most important point is that additives give only a short-term effect.

Powerful engine oil additives

Liqui Moly products are in demand all over the world. Composition shows good results Liqui Moly CeraTec, it performs an anti-friction function, and is also added to the gear oil of the gearbox.

Its main advantages:

• a thin film is formed on metal surfaces, which retains its resource over 50 thousand kilometers;
• used with any type of lubricating fluids;
• wear of metal elements is reduced;
• the motor stops overheating, makes less noise and vibrations;
• approximately 5 grams of the composition is poured into 300 liters.

Reviews about this additive are very good, it has anti-seize properties, that is, it eliminates small scratches on the surfaces of pistons and cylinders.

For the cold conditions of Russia, an additive is perfect Bardahl Full Metalwhich is produced in France. As a result of its application, a resistant oil film is formed over the entire contact surface between the cylinder and the piston. In addition, it protects the crankshaft and camshafts well. This additive affects the anti-wear properties of the engine fluid.

It is very easy to apply:

• dosage - 400 grams per 6 liters;
• it is necessary to fill in with a warm engine;
• topping up while driving is allowed.

This formula is good because it does not have a cleaning package of components, that is, it does not clean the internal surfaces of the engine, so it can be poured even into cars with high mileage.

The additive has similar properties 3TON PLAMET. It contains a lot of copper, it restores the geometry of rubbing surfaces, fills cracks and scratches. Compression rises. Due to the reduction of friction, the engine stops overheating, fuel consumption drops, and power increases. It does not affect the chemical properties of the oil and therefore it can be poured into any type of engine.

Another good composition Liquid Moly Mos2 Additive, which is suitable for both gasoline and diesel power units in a proportion of approximately 5-6 percent of the total amount of engine oil. The principle of operation is the same as that of the previous compositions - a light film is formed in friction pairs that can withstand heavy loads.

Bardahl Turbo Protect - an additive specially designed for turbocharged engines. It can be poured into any type of motors:

• diesel and gasoline, equipped with a turbine;
• for commercial or passenger vehicles;
• for sports cars.

The additive has a detergent package, that is, it cleans the engine from accumulated contaminants. Due to the presence of zinc and phosphorus in the chemical formula, a protective film is formed between the rubbing elements.

Hi Gear HG2249 This additive is recommended for use on vehicles with a mileage of up to 100 km. According to the manufacturer, it can be used even when a brand new car is being tested. Due to the anti-seize and anti-friction properties, a film is formed on the surface of the cylinders, which will protect the engine from small metal particles that appear during grinding of adjoining pairs.

Analysis of the action of additives in oil

When listing these products, we relied both on the advertising of the manufacturer itself and on customer reviews. You need to understand that all this is described for ideal conditions.

What is the ideal conditions for the engine:

• starting and warming up;
• driving for long distances in 3-4 gear;
• driving on good highways;
• regular oil changes and diagnostics.

In fact, the situation in big cities is quite different: toffees, daily short distance driving, cold starts, potholes, driving at low speeds. In such conditions, any motor becomes unusable much earlier than the declared resource. The use of additives only slightly improves the situation, but this is a temporary measure.

Do not forget that timely replacement of high-quality oil and engine flushing can extend the life of the vehicle.

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