Posted on 10/28/2022
Oil sludge is a thick, gooey substance that forms in your engine. It's caused by the breakdown of oil, which is naturally occurring. The oil then breaks down further into carbon and sludge. How does it hurt your car? Read on to find out how it does and what you should do about it. How does engine sludge form? Engine sludge is a buildup of solid deposits on the engine's internal parts. These deposits are composed of metal oxides and carbonates that build up over time due to engine wear, and they can cause the engine to perform poorly. Engine sludge forms when parts in an engine wear out, or are damaged by excessive wear. The most common causes for this damage include: long-term exposure to high temperatures excessive idling (when the vehicle is parked) driving over rough roads or driving with worn-out tires using poor-quality oil in your vehicle How can oil sludge hurt my car? The problem with oil sludge is that it can clog your engine, which will make your car run less ... read more