Why is it necessary to change vehicle oil regularly, and not just change the filter and add new oil as needed?

1.27K viewsEngineeringOther

Why is it necessary to change vehicle oil regularly, and not just change the filter and add new oil as needed?

In: Engineering

25 Answers

Anonymous 0 Comments

Lubricants break down with heat. Each time the engine runs the oil gets a little less effective at lubricating the parts. In extreme cases of failing to change the oil, it can even bind up on itself to form a kind of plastic-like material that is very likely to destroy the engine.

You are viewing 1 out of 25 answers, click here to view all answers.