You Have Major Problems, In Case Of Motor Oil Leakage

Engine oil is significant because it keeps the engine running smoothly and long without getting too hot. It lubricates parts, protects against corrosion, and dissipates heat. Sometimes drivers come across a problem of oil leak in the car. It can lead to serious consequences. But what are they, and which reasons lead to them?

Signs of oil leakage from the engine?

It can be challenging to find the area where the leaks are happening. You need to do it properly and be attentive during the engine examination. Firstly, clear the car’s motor from dust and soot. Thus, you might see the grease spot on the surface. Be sure that you wash up all hoses, brackets, and the engine tray and wash the bottom of the machine and its suspension. Don't forget to cool down the engine and isolate all electrical elements and connectors.

The oil leak symptoms can be divided into visual and behavioural. Dark spots on the road under the engine, oil deposits on the engine itself, blue smoke from the exhaust pipe and the smell of oil in the passenger compartment are visual signs. Pay attention to how quickly the oil level in the engine drops, and check the oil pressure and engine temperature using inCarDoc. Low pressure and high temperature levels indicate a leak. Engine overheating is another critical problem that can lead to oil leakage.

What causes oil leaks?

Oil leaks from the engine are most commonly found in certain areas where there are joints or seals. The most common cause of this problem is a breach in the lubrication system's seal due to ageing, deformation or drying out of the seals.

Check attentively the next units:

• Timing cover (valve train) - Due to a clogged valve, wear or loosely tightened bolts.
• Front and back crankshaft seals - Due to engine overheating, wear, high oil pressure.
• Oil pan gasket and valve gasket - Due to wear and damage.
• Oil filter - filter incorrectly installed after replacement, damaged gasket
• Turbine in a turbo engine - due to excessive pressure in the turbine, wear of seals

Another important reason to check your car for engine oil leaks is reduced engine performance. This issue can lead to: poor crankcase ventilation, engine component wear, and reduced vehicle performance.

Also, pay additional attention to the potential source of engine oil leaking:

• Worn of piston rings
• Clogged oil passages
• Clogged Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve

Is it possible to drive if the engine is leaking oil?

Driving with an oil leak from the engine is very risky and in most cases not recommended. You can drive a short distance to your home or to a service centre. Thoroughly ignoring this problem can not only reduce the efficiency of the engine, but also cause a fire while driving (if oil gets into the exhaust manifold or turbine).

Engine oil leak repair: what to do?

For minor leaks, cleaning the engine and using a special sealant may help. However, do not use it regularly. If the cause of the leak is not a microcrack, it is necessary to replace the components that caused the oil leak and fill with new oil. The oil leak repair does not require any special technical skills, so it is basic even for those who have not been driving for long and have encountered such a situation.

Frequently, leaks occur due to the "liquefaction" of the engine oil itself – during operation, it loses its viscosity. You can replace motor oil which you use to another, or/and bring into the additive compound.

You can conclude that if you ignore this kind of problem, you risk going for serious troubles with the car. Please keep in mind that our application, inCarDoc, will help you to maintain the car in excellent condition at no extra cost