How often does oil dilution occur in an engine?
It is a process that occurs roughly 8 times per 1000 rpm for each cylinder, and whilst it occurs in every engine, it is a factor that contributes a significant amount of wear to the engine. It is also one of the main reasons why periodic oil testing is performed for many engines, as it inevitable that every engine will experience it.
What causes fuel dilution and why is it bad?
What is Fuel Dilution (and Why is it Bad)? Fuel dilution occurs when gasoline or diesel fuel infiltrate your engine’s crankcase and dilute, or “water down,” the motor oil. What causes fuel dilution? A number of factors, including…
Why is JLR at fault for oil dilution?
Where JLR seem to have mentioned they are at fault is because they didn’t mention it in the brochure. I’m sure it’s the same situation with any other manufacturer when using a diesel in a way it isn’t intended. Seems oil dilution can be a common thing on EU6 engines.
Why is oil thickness related to fuel dilution?
Although oil film thickness is related to viscosity – and excessive fuel dilution reduces viscosity regardless of oil quality – film strength is a function of base oil and additive quality. AMSOIL synthetic motor oils use top-grade base oils and additives to help protect components from wear.
What happens when you dilute the oil in an engine?
There are quite a few concerns with fuel dilution which affect the performance of the oil and the engine in general. Over time, excessive dilution can lead to a significant amount of wear, and ultimately, the failure of the engine.
What causes fuel dilution in a delivery truck?
Common conditions include short bursts of driving and long periods of idling. Delivery trucks, too, can suffer from fuel dilution given the constant stop-and-go conditions that prevent the oil from warming enough to evaporate any accumulated fuel. Gasoline direct injection (GDI) can be another cause.
What to do if you have abnormal fuel dilution?
If the oil analysis report reveals abnormal fuel dilution, the next step is to determine the cause. Oil analysis provides a glimpse inside your engine to gauge lubricant and component condition without so much as removing a bolt or bloodying a knuckle.
Why does my Honda Civic have oil dilution?
This engine is also used and may affect the Honda EX (upper trim package), EX-L and touring models of the Honda Civic. Owners should check their manual and purchase paperwork to confirm if their vehicle currently uses the problematic engine. Cold weather may increase oil dilution.