We check, test and analyse thoroughly. The topic? Fuel additives, and more specifically engine flushes. Does an engine flush reduce oil consumption? How can you reduce oil consumption in an engine? What can you do to stop the engine from burning oil? How does engine flushing relate to oil consumption? These and many other questions […]
When should you use an engine flush?
One of the most important aspects of proper car care is looking after the engine. A well-maintained engine ensures efficient and long-lasting operation of our vehicle. As part of this care for the car, it is worth considering the use of an engine flush. So when should you use an engine flush? What benefits does […]
Can You Drive with an Engine Flush in the Engine?
The short answer: you do not drive on an ordinary solvent flush. The engine idles for the ten to fifteen minutes the label specifies, and that is it. Online that answer gets challenged, though, and it is worth knowing why, because the reason is not a silly one. Why idling rather than driving A flush […]
What Can Cause Rough Engine Idle?
Idle, commonly referred to as “tickover,” is the lowest possible engine speed needed for the engine to be able to run without stalling. Engaging it causes the unit’s revs to drop practically to zero. Some drivers, however, encounter a situation in which the system begins to run roughly at idle. This seemingly harmless phenomenon can […]
Piston Damage and Its Causes
With a cracked piston or significant piston damage, the vehicle’s engine will not run properly and we will feel its rough operation. A characteristic knocking sound will be heard, and white smoke may come out of the exhaust pipe. If we notice such symptoms, it is best to head to a diagnostic station as soon […]
Red Deposits Inside the Engine
An engine performs best when it is provided with the right conditions. As it is an extremely complex mechanism in which many processes take place, all contamination can disrupt its proper operation. Today we will discuss where the red deposits inside the engine come from and what effects they can cause. Where do deposits in […]
Rough Engine Running
If you feel that your car is not running the way it should and the engine is not running smoothly, you are probably wondering what the cause might be. The answer is not always obvious, because a great many different factors affect the proper operation of the powertrain. Today I would like to present some […]
Car Struggles to Start When the Engine Is Warm - A Sign of Failure?
Trouble starting a car when the engine is warm affects not only older, high-mileage vehicles but also relatively modern designs. What causes it? Does it necessarily indicate a serious fault right away? Below we discuss the possible causes of starting problems in diesel powertrains and petrol engines. Car struggles to start when the engine is […]
Is It Worth Flushing the Engine Before an Oil Change?
While the engine is running, various kinds of contaminants make their way into its interior, and this is completely normal. It results from normal operation, which leads to the formation of carbon deposits, a by-product of fuel combustion, as well as from the wear of the oil itself and a decline in the efficiency of […]
I Tested Engine Flushes - Market Ranking - Liqui Moly or Another?
More drivers reach for an engine flush these days, and it’s easy to see why: a clean engine runs longer and behaves better. The trouble starts at the shop shelf. There are dozens of these bottles and they all promise the same thing. So what do you go by, the price or a handful of […]