February 20, 2024 - There are questions about engine oil on social media. What does engine oil do? And how many formats are there to choose from? Including how to take care of it? Sure Before Sharing Center, check with Mr. Suramis Charoen-ngam, tester and automotive technology expert. What is engine oil? Engine oil is a lubricant that prevents metal parts from rubbing against each other, acting as a protective film on metal parts. Can help reduce friction and wear of metal objects during engine movement. It also helps cool the engine parts. Prevent rust Sticky scale deposits that can cause blockages inside engine parts. Engine oil is divided into 3 types as follows: 1. Engine oil from petroleum It is engine oil produced from lubricating oil refined from petroleum. Can be used for approximately 5,000 kilometers or no more than 6 months. 2. Semi-synthetic engine oil is a lubricant that uses natural oil as a base and adds synthetic additives. to have higher qualifications Can be used for approximately 7,0 00-10,000 kilometers or no more than 6 months. 3. Fully synthetic engine oil (Fully Synthetic) is a lubricating oil that is 100% modified synthetics with few foreign impurities. Can be used approximately 10,000-20,000 kilometers, lasts about 1-2 years How to check engine oil yourself 1. Look for the engine oil level dipstick. Along with pulling out the engine oil dipstick. And clean the engine oil attached to the dipstick with a clean cloth or tissue paper. 2. Insert the engine oil level dipstick back to the original point again. To check the level of engine oil contained in the engine oil pan. 3. Pull out the oil level dipstick again. To check the engine oil level at the tip of the rod. Observe if the oil remains at the maximum level. Shows that the engine oil is full normally. If you find that half of the engine oil is missing We add enough engine oil to fill the shaft completely. 4. Check for leaks. Condition of the engine room Observe whether there is engine oil vapor coming out or not. 5. Check th e valve cover for leaks or not. By observing the color or water vapor. If the parts are still clear Shows that the engine oil is still normal. Source: Thai News Agency